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Kingston Gorse Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys across Kingston Gorse, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Soffits marked by water
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
About our gutter survey in Kingston Gorse
We look at the rainwater system above ground level, from the gutters down to where the downpipes meet the ground. It is not a CCTV drain survey, so we can’t see inside underground pipes. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, the report will say so, so you can get the drains checked separately. Anything we find above ground, such as a split hopper or a leaking downpipe, is photographed and recorded. We are often asked to look into leaking or loose downpipes and blocked outlets and hoppers, on downpipes, eaves gutters and parapet and box gutters.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Kingston Gorse (BN16)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Kingston Gorse and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Kingston Gorse: your questions answered
Is my home in Kingston Gorse listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Kingston Gorse?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later as overflowing water can damage walls.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email to arrange a day.
What happens next?
You’ll get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Kingston Gorse
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Kingston Gorse, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, while driving rain finds any gap. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you own a rental within reach of Goring-By-Sea station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Take a building like Ferring CofE Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Kingston Gorse is about 3 miles south-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Kingston Gorse is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Kingston Gorse is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for gutter surveys. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
All of BN16 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Middle Way, Gorse Avenue and Sea Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include West Kingston (1 mile west), Ferring (1 mile north-east), Angmering-on-Sea (1 mile west), East Preston (1 mile north-west) and Hangleton (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (3 miles north-east), Bognor Regis (10 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Selsey (15 miles west), Littlehampton (3 miles west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles east).
Landmarks near Kingston Gorse
In Kingston Gorse, that means homes and buildings near Chatsmore Catholic High School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Goring-By-Sea station, about 1.5 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Zachary Merton Hospital (1.8 miles west) and Rustington Museum (2 miles west). The countryside around Kingston Gorse includes Highdown Hill.
How it works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Kingston Gorse needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Related advice
Prices for gutter surveys in Kingston Gorse
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What made you get in touch
- When you need the report by
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Kingston Gorse
Hidden gutters are often lined with lead or another sheet covering. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside as there is nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead is also a target for theft.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Joints that drip after rain
The streets around a church like St Andrew's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their report turnaround times
- Are they insured for the work?
- What experience they bring
Leave it or get it looked at?
A dripping joint or sagging bracket will not get better on its own. Each heavy rain puts more water where it shouldn’t be, on walls, timber and sometimes inside. Getting it surveyed now shows what needs attention first. Older cottages and farmhouses around Kingston Gorse can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Kingston Gorse
- Visits on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A report with photos
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.