West Sussex · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Shopwyke
Get a clear view of the gutter at a property in Shopwyke from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
How a gutter survey works in Shopwyke
We carry out gutter surveys in Shopwyke as part of our cover across London and South East England. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view from the ground, windows, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe. A visit typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. We survey parapet and box gutters, outlets and hoppers and downpipes, and common reasons people get in touch are choked outlets or hopper heads and rotten fascias or stained soffits.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
If any part of the gutter couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Shopwyke (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Shopwyke
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 usually during the worst downpours. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. Around Shopwyke, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- An independent view of the roof
- 98% customer satisfaction
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Look for downpipes coming loose
Once work is carried out, keep an eye on the gutters in the next downpour. Rain should flow to the outlets and down the downpipes. If it doesn’t, tell whoever did the work.
Watch your gutters from the ground or a window during heavy rain. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before the walls suffer.
Local roofs in Shopwyke
Shopwyke lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung 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.
Goodwood House lies about 2.1 miles north, so building around Shopwyke goes back a long way. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. For landlords with property near Chichester station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Shopwyke is about 2 miles east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We carry out gutter surveys in Shopwyke for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Shopwyke is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for gutter surveys. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the PO20 postcode area for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Coach Road and Drayton Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Shopwyke include Maudlin (1 mile north), Westhampnett (1 mile north-west), Oving (1 mile east), Portfield (1 mile west) and Strettington (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south-east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Shopwyke
In Shopwyke, that means homes and buildings near The Coach And Horses Public House, The March CofE Primary School and Chichester High School For Girls and the streets around them. Shopwyke’s nearest station is Chichester station, about 1.9 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (1.5 miles west) and St Richard's Hospital (1.3 miles west). For a walk, there is Stoke Down.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Shopwyke
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What a gutter survey does not cover
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Gutters out of sight from every safe viewpoint
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Cottages and farmhouses around Shopwyke often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The roof space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
Advice
Questions from Shopwyke
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Shopwyke, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Shopwyke is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Can a landlord with a rental near Chichester station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Shopwyke?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Just call 07833 053749 or email us to arrange a day.
Places near Shopwyke
What else we do in Shopwyke
What we are asked to look at in Shopwyke
Most gutter joints rely on seals or sealant that wear out. Plastic sections expand and contract with the weather so their joints can start to leak. Cast iron joints can corrode and part once the paint has worn away.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Cracked or loose downpipes
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Peter, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- What the survey won’t cover
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether VAT is added on top