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Tilgate Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Tilgate. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
How a gutter survey works in Tilgate
Some gutters are easy to see from the street, but many aren’t. Valley, parapet, box and secret gutters can overflow inside the building when they block. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see them using vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. Common reasons to book are sagging gutters and loose brackets and dripping or leaking gutter joints, on valley gutters, parapet and box gutters and eaves gutters.
In a smaller place like Tilgate, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
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.
- Place
- Tilgate (RH10, RH11)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Tilgate
How do I find out if my home in Tilgate 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.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Crawley station?
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.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photos are part of every report.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We cannot see inside walls, so the report covers what can be seen.
How do I book a survey in Tilgate?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. We survey on any day of the week.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What happens on the day
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes between one and two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Tilgate is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground and from windows.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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How we price gutter surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Which survey package you book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where the property is, with the postcode
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Local roofs in Tilgate
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Tilgate is part of Crawley, one of the post-war new towns. Homes from the post-war decades are common in the new towns, many with low-pitched roofs in concrete tiles and flat-roofed garages or porches. On homes of that age, felt underlay, flat roofs, gutters and fixings may all be due attention.
For businesses in and around places like County Mall, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. If you own a rental within reach of Crawley station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Homes near green spaces such as Tilgate Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Tilgate is about 1 mile south-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Tilgate can all book gutter surveys. Tilgate is one of the places in West Sussex we cover.
We survey roofs across RH10 and RH11 for gutter surveys and the streets around it. If you need a gutter survey at a property on York Road, Nash Road and Cook Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Southgate (1 mile west), Crawley (1 mile north-west), Three Bridges (1 mile north-east), Maidenbower (1 mile east) and West Green (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (6 miles west).
Near you in Tilgate
Around Tilgate, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Thomas Bennett Community College, The Grasshopper pub and Tilgate Park, among other places. Tilgate’s nearest station is Crawley station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include County Mall (0.7 miles north-west) and Crawley Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Tilgate include Tilgate Lake.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
The report comes with photos and clear written recommendations. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they know what needs doing.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before the walls suffer.
Roof by roof
Fascias and soffits
Overflowing water stains soffits and rots timber. They’re looked at as part of the survey.
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away, but it does not tell you why a gutter overflows. Our survey also looks at falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there is more to it. Homes in smaller places like Tilgate can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Tilgate
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.