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Gutter survey in Poling, West Sussex
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Poling, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Honest limits
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- The inside of buried drains
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Poling
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
Gutter survey in Poling
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. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. The photos show you exactly what we found. It is an easy job to put off but it rarely improves. Typical surveys look at brackets that have dropped or snapped and blocked outlets and hoppers, on valley gutters, outlets and hoppers and eaves gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Poling may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Poling (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Poling
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Poling, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
How do I find out if my home in Poling is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so, based on what we can see.
How long will you be on site?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
What’s in the report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to arrange a day.
Gutter surveys around Poling
Poling is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like The Littlehampton Academy, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Landlords with a home close to Arundel station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Poling is about 2 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We cover Poling and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
We survey roofs across BN18 for gutter surveys and the streets around it. If you’re just outside Poling, we cover Crossbush (1 mile north-west), Warningcamp (1 mile north-west), Toddington (1 mile south-west), Lyminster (2 miles west) and Rustington (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Worthing (5 miles east), Bognor Regis (8 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles west), Selsey (14 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles east) and Lancing (8 miles east).
Near you in Poling
For rail, the closest station is Arundel station, about 1.6 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Rustington Museum (2 miles south) and Zachary Merton Hospital (2.1 miles south). For a walk, there is Highdown Hill and WWT Arundel.
What we’re asked to look at in Poling
Falling leaves are the most common cause of blocked gutters. Every autumn, trees fill gutters with leaves, twigs and seeds, and they collect at the outlets. Once an outlet is choked, the gutter fills and overflows.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Joints that drip after rain
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Nicholas: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before you book anyone
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How long the report takes to arrive
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Poling frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- 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.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A photo-illustrated written report and recommendations follows.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
For a price for gutter surveys in Poling, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Why it is worth a survey now in Poling
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away, but it doesn’t tell you why a gutter overflows. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there’s more to it. Older and listed buildings around Poling may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
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Prices for gutter surveys in Poling
We confirm the exact price before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.