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Gutter Survey in Pickhurst
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Pickhurst. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Soffits marked by water
Useful tips for Pickhurst property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
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 as soon as it is ready.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before damage builds up.
Gutter survey in Pickhurst
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep and buyers sometimes want the gutters looked at before they exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason with photos and clear recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. We survey outlets and hoppers, eaves gutters and fascias and soffits, and common reasons people get in touch are joints that drip after rain and choked outlets or hopper heads.
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 written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Pickhurst (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Pickhurst homes and their roofs
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Old Place Manor, about 1.2 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Pickhurst. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Pickhurst is about 11 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. If you are in Pickhurst, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Every address in RH20 is covered for gutter surveys. We also cover the places around Pickhurst: Pulborough (1 mile south-east), Bedham (2 miles west), Hardham (2 miles south), Fittleworth (2 miles south-west) and Lower Horncroft (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Pickhurst
The closest station to Pickhurst is Pulborough station, roughly 1.4 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Coates Castle (3.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Pickhurst includes The Mens.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the gutter as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Pickhurst, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
Book a survey
For a price for gutter surveys in Pickhurst, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
It’s easy to put damp down to the wrong cause. If a leaking gutter or downpipe is the source, other work on the wall will not stop it. A gutter survey helps rule the rainwater system in or out. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Pickhurst, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Different roofs, different checks
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Joints and fixings are the weak points on metal gutters. Any leaks or corrosion we spot go in the report.
Box and secret gutters
Box gutters sit within the roof or behind a wall, so overflows can end up inside. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them.
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Signs you need a gutter survey in Pickhurst
Most gutter joints rely on seals or sealant that wear out. Plastic sections expand and contract with the weather so their joints can start to leak. Cast iron joints can corrode and part where the paint has failed.
Look out for signs like these:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
For landlords with property near Pulborough station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their insurance cover
Your questions about gutter surveys in Pickhurst
Can a landlord with a rental near Pulborough station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building.
Is my home in Pickhurst listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What’s in the survey report?
Written findings with photos, covering the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters