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Gutter survey in Rowfant, West Sussex
We take a careful look at the gutter at your property in Rowfant, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Soffits marked by water
How the survey works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey typically takes about one to two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Rowfant can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, you let us know what you’ve seen, like overflows or damp.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level and from windows.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
How a gutter survey works in Rowfant
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t, often down the brickwork or into the building. We check the full rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. You get a report with photographs. We’re frequently asked to look into dripping or leaking gutter joints and rotten fascias or stained soffits, across fascias and soffits, valley gutters and eaves gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Rowfant may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. 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 records the gutter as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Rowfant (RH10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Rowfant
What else we do in Rowfant
Local roofs in Rowfant
The wider area around Rowfant has a long history of building, with Gravetye Manor about 2.7 miles south-east. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. 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.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near All Saints Parish Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you look after a building such as Turners Hill CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you own a rental within reach of Three Bridges station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Rowfant is about 4 miles east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Rowfant gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Rowfant is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover.
We cover every part of RH10 for gutter surveys. Other places close to Rowfant include Copthorne (2 miles north-west), Worth (2 miles west), Pound Hill (2 miles west), Maidenbower (2 miles south-west) and Keeper's Corner (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (4 miles west), Horsham (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south), Burgess Hill (11 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles east) and Broadfield (5 miles west).
Near you in Rowfant
The closest station to Rowfant is Three Bridges station, roughly 2.6 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find County Mall (3.6 miles west) and Langley Green Hospital (4 miles west). The countryside around Rowfant includes Hedgecourt Lake.
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the gutter, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
Different roofs, different checks
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Joints that have pulled apart are a common fault on plastic gutters. We record each one we can see.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Some older roofs have a central valley running to the back and if it blocks, water can come indoors. It’s inspected as far as safe access allows.
Rowfant questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Rowfant?
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.
I let a flat near Three Bridges station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes, where it’s safe to see them. We use the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it is safe and a drone where it applies.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to arrange a day.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
Once work is carried out, keep an eye on the gutters in the next downpour. Water should run to the outlets and away without spilling over, and if it doesn’t, raise it with whoever did the job.
Get the gutters cleared every year or more frequently near trees. The best time is usually after the leaves have dropped. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
What affects the price in Rowfant
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.