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Gutter survey in Portfield, West Sussex
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Portfield, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Gutters full of debris and silt
About our gutter survey in Portfield
Owners get in touch after seeing an overflow, finding damp or planning ahead for winter. 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 photographs and written recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Common reasons to book are water spilling over the gutter edge and valley or box gutters that overflow inside, on fascias and soffits, outlets and hoppers and eaves gutters.
Houses in smaller places like Portfield can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Portfield (PO19, PO20, PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- 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
Your questions about gutter surveys in Portfield
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Chichester station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Portfield within the area you cover?
Yes. Portfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect what can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Will you check the drains below ground?
No, we do not carry out CCTV drain surveys. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and note any sign that the drains need checking.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will recommend the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it does not include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Going up a ladder to check your own gutters carries real risk. From the ground you can spot drips and overflows but hidden gutters are another matter. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see and put it in writing. With lower homes, common in places like Portfield, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Portfield
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Check from the ground or a window, not a ladder
The report comes with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they can see exactly what’s needed.
Watch your gutters from the ground or a window during heavy rain. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before the walls suffer.
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey normally takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. A visit to a smaller place like Portfield is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Portfield
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Portfield. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
Gutter surveys around Portfield
Portfield is within about 5 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For landlords with property near Chichester station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Goodwood House lies about 2.5 miles north, so building around Portfield goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. For an older house near a landmark such as St George's, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Portfield is about 1 mile east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Portfield can all book gutter surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Portfield is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for gutter surveys. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
All of PO19, PO20 and PO18 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Kent Road, York Road and Spur Road. Portfield sits on or near the A259 and A285, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Portfield: Chichester (1 mile west), Westhampnett (1 mile north-east), Shopwyke (1 mile east), Maudlin (1 mile north-east) and North Mundham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (7 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west), Rustington (11 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles north-east).
Near you in Portfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Prebendal School, The East Gate Public House and Chichester High School For Girls, among other places. The closest station to Portfield is Chichester station, roughly 0.9 miles west. Well-known places in the area include The Chichester City Museum (0.6 miles west) and Chichester Castle (0.6 miles west). For a walk, there is Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Stoke Down.
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.