West Sussex · London and the South East
Runcton Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys in Runcton and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on any day of the week.
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
How a gutter survey works in Runcton
Gutters have to slope gently towards the outlet to drain properly. When brackets sag or joints part, water pools, drips and spills over 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. You get written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. If you’ve noticed leaves and moss blocking gutters and overflowing eaves gutters, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Runcton are 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.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Runcton (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Look for downpipes coming loose
You receive a written report with photographs and clear written recommendations. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they know what needs doing.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but they’re much harder to spot, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
What we do, step by step
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Around Runcton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Why act early in Runcton
When a valley or parapet gutter blocks, the water has nowhere safe to go. It can back up into the loft space and the rooms below, often in the heaviest rain. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. Older and listed buildings around Runcton may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why us?
- PI and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Gutter surveys around Runcton
Runcton lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
With Goodwood House about 3.9 miles north, the area around Runcton has a long history. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Stephen, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like North Mundham Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Runcton is about 2 miles south-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Roofs in Runcton get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Runcton and the places around it. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the PO20 postcode area for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Goodwood Gardens, Brookside and Lagness Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Runcton: North Mundham (1 mile west), Merston (1 mile north-east), Lagness (1 mile south-east), Hunston (1 mile west) and Portfield (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south-east), Selsey (6 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Runcton
Around Runcton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Chichester High School For Girls. The nearest railway station is Chichester station, about 1.9 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Chichester Castle (2.1 miles north-west) and The Chichester City Museum (2 miles north-west).
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What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Height and safe access
- Roof area
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
What a gutter survey does not cover
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
Runcton: your questions answered
I let a flat near Chichester station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Runcton?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
There is no wrong time. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later, because the walls take the water.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Runcton?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run seven days a week.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No, that’s a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Runcton
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.