West Sussex · London and the South East
Selsfield Common Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys across Selsfield Common, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Gutter survey in Selsfield Common
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. Whoever books, we inspect and report in the same way, with photos and written recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. If you’ve noticed leaking or loose downpipes and joints that drip after rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Selsfield Common, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Selsfield Common (RH19)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Fascias and soffits
Some older soffits may contain asbestos. Any we think could be are flagged so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them before they’re disturbed.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead linings are common in valleys and parapet gutters on older houses. A split lining can leak straight into the building.
Practical tips
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year or more often near trees. The best time is typically after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.
Questions from Selsfield Common
I let a flat near East Grinstead station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How do I find out if my home in Selsfield Common is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Do you cover Selsfield Common?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Selsfield Common.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. Just call 07833 053749 or email us to arrange it.
How do I book a survey in Selsfield Common?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Towns and villages near Selsfield Common
Also in Selsfield Common
Local roofs in Selsfield Common
Gravetye Manor, about 0.8 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Selsfield Common. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. 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. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Landlords with a home close to East Grinstead station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. The streets around a church such as Church of St Leonard are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Take a building like Turners Hill CofE Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Selsfield Common is about 4 miles south-west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Selsfield Common can all book gutter surveys. Our West Sussex coverage includes Selsfield Common.
Gutter surveys in RH19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Main roads around Selsfield Common include the B2028. Other places close to Selsfield Common include West Hoathly (1 mile south-east), Sharpthorne (2 miles south-east), Little London (2 miles south), Highbrook (3 miles south) and Ardingly (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Crawley (5 miles west), Horsham (11 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles north-east) and Broadfield (6 miles west).
Near you in Selsfield Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Crown Public House. The closest station to Selsfield Common is East Grinstead station, about 3.5 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Queen Victoria Hospital (4.5 miles north-east) and Waterbury Castle (4 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Hedgecourt Lake.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere like Selsfield Common 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 is safe.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from the ground and vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, like valleys and parapets, where it is safe to see them.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.