West Sussex · London and the South East
Rowhook Gutter Survey
Independent gutter surveys in Rowhook. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Useful tips for Rowhook property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Check downpipe clips are holding
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so you can arrange a drain survey. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but you cannot check them from the street, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
Gutter survey in Rowhook
We carry out gutter surveys in Rowhook as part of our cover across London and South East England. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible from ground level, windows, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe. Time on site normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. We survey eaves gutters, valley gutters and parapet and box gutters, and the problems we are asked to look at most are brackets that have dropped or snapped and water spilling over the gutter edge.
Older buildings in small places like Rowhook 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Rowhook (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a gutter survey in Rowhook
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. The survey helps pin down the source before more damage is done.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
If you live near a park such as Farlington Strood Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are they insured for the work?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the price includes VAT
- When you’ll get the report
What happens on the day
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos. On timing, it normally takes an hour or two for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere like Rowhook needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, you tell us what you’ve seen, like overflows or damp.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can safely be seen.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What’s prompted the survey
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Local roofs in Rowhook
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you let a flat or house near Warnham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take a building like Farlington School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Rowhook is about 4 miles north-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Rowhook can all book gutter surveys. Across West Sussex, we cover Rowhook. Crawley is in our area too.
Gutter surveys in RH12 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside Rowhook, we cover Warnham (2 miles east), Broadbridge Heath (2 miles south-east), Itchingfield (3 miles south), Tower Hill (4 miles south-east) and Holbrook (4 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (9 miles east), Haywards Heath (15 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (15 miles south-east), Broadfield (8 miles east), Storrington (12 miles south) and Billingshurst (6 miles south-west).
Around Rowhook
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Chequers Inn Public House and Farlington Strood Park. The nearest railway station is Warnham station, roughly 3 miles east. A little further out are Horsham Hospital (3.7 miles south-east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Rowhook include Warnham LNR and Vann Lake.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Rowhook
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Finding the cause now normally keeps the fix smaller. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Rowhook, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Rowhook
- Prices that include VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Photographs and a written report every time
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
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Other services in Rowhook
Different roofs, different checks
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Joints that have pulled apart are a common fault on plastic gutters. The report notes every one we spot.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron tends to fail at the joints and fixings. We note corrosion, cracks and leaking joints as far as we can see them.
Rowhook: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Warnham station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Rowhook within the area you cover?
Yes. Rowhook is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How long does a gutter survey take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange the visit.
How much is a gutter survey?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and how easy the gutters are to see. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.