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Middleton-on-Sea Gutter Survey
Know where you stand with the gutter before you decide what to do next. We carry out gutter surveys in Middleton-on-Sea, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
What we cannot see
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- Pipes below ground level
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
Gutter survey in Middleton-on-Sea: what you get
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. Photos show each problem clearly. It’s an easy job to put off but it rarely improves. Typical surveys look at soffits marked by water and brackets that have dropped or snapped, on fascias and soffits, parapet and box gutters and valley gutters.
Houses in smaller places like Middleton-on-Sea can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Middleton-on-Sea (PO22, BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Common roof problems in Middleton-on-Sea
Brackets can loosen, corrode or snap over the years. A gutter full of wet debris is heavy, and that weight pulls sections out of line. Lose the fall and water gathers in the dip, then overflows.
Look out for signs like these:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Soffits marked by water
Anyone responsible for a site like Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their track record with similar roofs
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Look out for overflows when it pours
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records to help plan maintenance. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. Left alone, they usually grow, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
What we do, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Being in a smaller place like Middleton-on-Sea does not change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It is useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- 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.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A photo-illustrated written report and recommendations follows.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
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Questions from Middleton-on-Sea
How do I find out if my home in Middleton-on-Sea is listed?
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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Bognor Regis station?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Middleton-on-Sea
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Middleton-on-Sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Nicholas Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you let a flat or house near Bognor Regis station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Middleton-on-Sea is about 3 miles east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We carry out gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Middleton-on-Sea and nearby. Middleton-on-Sea is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for gutter surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
We cover every part of the PO22 and BN18 postcode area for gutter surveys. You will find streets like Sea Lane, Elmer Road and Yapton Road, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Middleton-on-Sea, we cover Elmer (1 mile east), Bilsham (1 mile north), Flansham (1 mile north-west), Felpham (2 miles west) and Yapton (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles west), Chichester (8 miles north-west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles east) and Lancing (13 miles east).
What’s near Middleton-on-Sea
We work in homes and buildings around Felpham Community College, among other places. Middleton-on-Sea’s nearest station is Bognor Regis station, about 2.5 miles west. A little further out are Bognor Regis Museum (2.7 miles west) and Tote Copse Castle (4.2 miles north-west).
Landlords, agents and block managers in Middleton-on-Sea
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.