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Gutter survey in Plumpton Green, East Sussex
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Plumpton Green? You can book a gutter survey in Plumpton Green and across East Sussex.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Gutter survey in Plumpton Green
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. When they block, leak or lose their fall, the water goes where it shouldn’t, often down the brickwork or into the building. We check the full rainwater system above ground, including gutters, valleys, outlets, hoppers and downpipes. You get a written report with photos. Typical surveys look at overflowing eaves gutters and choked outlets or hopper heads, across outlets and hoppers, downpipes and valley gutters.
In a village or hamlet like Plumpton Green, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Where we can’t see part of the gutter, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Plumpton Green (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Plumpton Green
Moss grows on many tiled and slate roofs, and heavy rain washes clumps of it into the gutters. Mixed with grit from the roof, it settles as silt that holds water in the gutter and lets weeds take root.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Leaks at the gutter joints
Anyone responsible for a site like Plumpton Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long the report takes to arrive
Gutter surveys around Plumpton Green
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, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you live in an older home near All Saints, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Landlords with a home close to Plumpton station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Plumpton Green is about 3 miles south-east of Burgess Hill, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Plumpton Green, we can come and survey your property. Across East Sussex, we cover Plumpton Green. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
All of BN7 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Station Road, West Gate and Riddens Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include East Chiltington (1 mile south-east), Streat (1 mile south-west), South Chailey (2 miles east), Ditchling Common (2 miles north-west) and Plumpton (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Seaford (13 miles south-east), Lewes (5 miles south-east), Hailsham (15 miles east), Crowborough (13 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles east) and Newhaven (11 miles south-east).
What’s near Plumpton Green
In Plumpton Green, that means homes and buildings near Chailey School and Fountain Inn. Plumpton Green has its own railway station: Plumpton station. Nearby you will also find Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (2.5 miles west) and Clayton Castle (4 miles south-west). Not far away are Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Blackcap.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Older roofs in small places like Plumpton Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, you tell us what you’ve seen, like overflows or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and vantage points.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Check we can get to the back of the property
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Prices for gutter surveys in Plumpton Green
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The shape of the roof and its details
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Getting in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Why get it checked now?
A dripping joint or sagging bracket won’t get better on its own. Every downpour adds to the damage, on walls, timber and sometimes inside. Getting it surveyed now shows what needs attention first. Around Plumpton Green, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- A written report with photos
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Plumpton Green: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Plumpton Green is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Plumpton Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Plumpton Green is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall from overflows, leaking joints or loose downpipes. We cannot see inside the wall itself, so we report on what’s visible.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Will you look at parapet and box gutters as well?
Yes. Hidden gutters are a common cause of leaks inside so we pay close attention to them. Some may only be partly visible, and the report says so.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says so, so a drain survey can be arranged. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before the walls suffer.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.