West Sussex · London and the South East
Lodsworth Gutter Survey
Independent gutter surveys in Lodsworth. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a small place like Lodsworth, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, you let us know what you’ve seen, such as overflows or damp.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level and from windows.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
How a gutter survey works in Lodsworth
Your gutters take the rain from the roof and lead it away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t, frequently down the brickwork or into the building. We check the full rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. If you’re worried about brackets that have dropped or snapped and gutters packed with leaves or moss, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Lodsworth may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report records the gutter as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Lodsworth (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- The inside of buried drains
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Lodsworth
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
Lodsworth: your questions answered
Do you cover Lodsworth?
Yes, Lodsworth is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Lodsworth?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
You can book at any time of year. Before the wetter months gives you time to plan any work, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos testing. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Will you check the drains below ground?
No, CCTV drain work isn’t part of this survey. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and flags signs of a drain problem.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A written report gives you a dated record of the gutters’ condition, which helps when you plan work or brief a contractor. Without one, it is guesswork from ground level. Outbuildings and barns around Lodsworth are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What we’re asked to look at in Lodsworth
Valley, parapet and box gutters are frequently lined with lead or a sheet material. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building as there’s nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead is also a target for theft.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Soffits marked by water
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Peter, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What insurance they carry
- What they won’t be able to tell you
Landlord and commercial surveys in Lodsworth
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Places near Lodsworth
Also in Lodsworth
Gutter surveys in Lodsworth: local notes
Cowdray House, about 2.4 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lodsworth. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Lodsworth is about 11 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Lodsworth, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across West Sussex, we cover Lodsworth and the places around it. There is also a page for Guildford.
Gutter surveys in GU28 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Shepherds Lane and The Croft and the roads around them. We also cover Lickfold (2 miles north), Lurgashall (2 miles north), Ebernoe (4 miles north-east), Northchapel (4 miles north-east) and Ansteadbrook (6 miles north). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south), Littlehampton (15 miles south-east), Emsworth (15 miles south-west), Rustington (15 miles south-east) and Storrington (12 miles south-east).
Around Lodsworth
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Hollist Arms Public House, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Museum (2.7 miles west) and Midhurst Community Hospital (2.4 miles west). The countryside around Lodsworth includes Blackdown and Graffham Common.