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Gutter survey in Rock, West Sussex
Find out the condition of the gutter at your property in Rock from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says so, so you can arrange a drain survey. We also note anything else we spot on the roof while we are there.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but you can’t check them from the street, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
How a gutter survey works in Rock
Gutters have to slope gently towards the outlet to drain properly. Sagging brackets and slipped joints leave water standing and overflowing where the gutter dips. We check the line of each run as far as we can see it, along with the brackets and downpipe fixings. Recommendations are written down and prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey parapet and box gutters, valley gutters and fascias and soffits, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaks at the gutter joints and overflowing eaves gutters.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Rock (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Rock
Parham House, about 3.9 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rock. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Mary, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Mary's CofE Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Rock is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Rock, we can carry out gutter surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Rock is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for gutter surveys. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH20 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Old London Road, London Road and Lamorna Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Washington (1 mile south), Heath Common (1 mile north-west), Sullington (1 mile west), Warminghurst (2 miles north) and Storrington (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (11 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (9 miles south-west).
What’s near Rock
Around Rock, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rydon Community College and The Frankland Arms Public House and the streets around them. A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (1.9 miles west). Open spaces near Rock include Chanctonbury Hill.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Rock
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The roof’s overall size
- Height and safe access
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- When you need the report by
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs. On timing, it typically takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Rock 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 tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A photo-illustrated written report and recommendations follows.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
What else we do in Rock
Different roofs, different checks
Fascias and soffits
Overflowing water stains soffits and rots timber. We check them along with the gutters.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron gutters and downpipes are found on many older buildings. They last well when painted but corrode once the paint wears off.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Rock
Is Rock within the area you cover?
Yes, Rock is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is Rock in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What does a gutter survey cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.