West Sussex · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Rusper
A careful look at the gutter at your property in Rusper, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
About our gutter survey in Rusper
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. When they block, leak or lose their fall, the water goes where 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 photo-illustrated written report. We are often asked to look into soffits marked by water and gutters overflowing in heavy rain, across outlets and hoppers, fascias and soffits and valley gutters.
In a small place like Rusper, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Rusper (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
We check the lining, the joints and the outlets where it is safe to see them. Missing lead is something we check for too.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Many homes have plastic gutters and downpipes. Their joints can leak as the seals wear and brackets may drop under the weight of debris.
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Rusper, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A photo-illustrated written report and recommendations follows.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
Do you need a gutter survey in Rusper?
Hidden gutters are often lined with lead or another sheet covering. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building, because there is no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead linings can also be stolen.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Soffits marked by water
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Mary Magdalene church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Before booking anyone
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What the survey won’t cover
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
Every price we give includes VAT. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Questions from Rusper
How do I find out if my home in Rusper is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
I let a flat near Faygate station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need.
Is Rusper in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Rusper included.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so it can be checked before work starts.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Rusper
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Rusper homes and their roofs
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. 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.
For landlords with property near Faygate station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you look after a building such as Rusper Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Rusper is about 4 miles west of Crawley, in West Sussex. We provide gutter surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Rusper. Rusper is one of the places in West Sussex we cover.
All of RH12 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include High Street, Cooks Mead and Chalice Walk, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Lambs Green (1 mile east), Ifieldwood (2 miles east), Russ Hill (3 miles north-east), Bewbush (3 miles south-east) and Cudworth (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (4 miles east), Horsham (4 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (12 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-east), East Grinstead (12 miles east) and Broadfield (4 miles south-east).
What’s near Rusper
Rusper’s nearest station is Faygate station, about 1.8 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Crawley Museum (3.9 miles east) and Crawley Hospital (3.6 miles east). The countryside around Rusper includes Vann Lake and Warnham LNR.