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Gutter survey in Langley Green, West Sussex
We carry out gutter surveys in Langley Green and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. We email it to you once it is done.
Do not forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but you cannot check them from the street, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
How a gutter survey works in Langley Green
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Buildings near trees collect more, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. The photographs show you exactly what we found. Blocked gutters are easy to put off but it rarely improves. We survey valley gutters, eaves gutters and fascias and soffits, and common reasons people get in touch are downpipes that are split or coming away and joints that drip after rain.
In a smaller place like Langley Green, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes frequently need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Langley Green (RH11, RH10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Questions from Langley Green
Is my home in Langley Green 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’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
I let a flat near Crawley station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
How long does a gutter survey take?
A visit usually takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. We will give you an idea as you book.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes. These gutters frequently cause leaks indoors when they block, so they’re an important part of the survey. Some may only be partly visible, and we’ll note that in the report.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Langley Green
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. A visit to Langley Green is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
What we can’t see
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- The inside of buried drains
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
Local roofs in Langley Green
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you own a rental within reach of Crawley station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near County Mall, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. If you live near a park like Grattons Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Langley Green is about 1 mile north of Crawley, in West Sussex. We carry out gutter surveys in Langley Green for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Across West Sussex, we cover Langley Green and the places around it.
Here we cover the RH11 and RH10 postcode area for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on London Road, Cherry Lane and Dobson Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Langley Green: West Green (1 mile south), Crawley (1 mile south), Three Bridges (2 miles south-east), Southgate (2 miles south) and Forge Wood (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (8 miles east), Broadfield (3 miles south) and Billingshurst (14 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Langley Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Dr Samuel Johnson pub, Central Sussex College and Hazelwick School and the streets around them. The closest station to Langley Green is Crawley station, roughly 1.4 miles south. Nearby you will also find Crawley Museum (1 mile south) and Langley Green Hospital (under half a mile south). Not far away are Tilgate Lake.
What we look for on each type of roof
Box and secret gutters
A secret gutter is tucked under the slates or tiles at an abutment or valley, so they’re easy to forget. We look at what’s visible and note what isn’t.
Fascias and soffits
On buildings from before 2000, soffits may be asbestos cement. Any we think could be are flagged for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check.