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Gutter survey in Udimore, East Sussex
Gutter surveys in Udimore from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
Gutter survey in Udimore
We survey gutters and rainwater systems in Udimore and right across London and South East England. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, from the ground, from windows and from the roof space. A visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. The written report follows, with photographs and recommendations. If you’re worried about leaking or loose downpipes and sagging gutters and loose brackets, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on downpipes, valley gutters and fascias and soffits alike.
Some older homes in villages like Udimore are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report records the gutter as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Udimore (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Udimore
What else we do in Udimore
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Udimore
Udimore lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, while driving rain finds any gap. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you own a rental within reach of Winchelsea station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. With Lamb House about 3.4 miles east, the area around Udimore has a long history. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Udimore is about 6 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We visit Udimore as part of our work across East Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Gutter surveys in TN31 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Udimore Road and Float Lane and the roads around them. We also cover Cock Marling (1 mile east), Broadland Row (1 mile west), Broad Street (1 mile south), Icklesham (2 miles south) and Beckley Furnace (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (6 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south-west), Belmont (6 miles south-west) and Hollington (7 miles south-west).
Near you in Udimore
The closest station to Udimore is Winchelsea station, about 2.1 miles east. A little further out are Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (2.5 miles south-east) and Conquest Hospital (5.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Udimore include Flatropers Wood.
Udimore questions
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Udimore?
It can do. Within about 4 miles of the sea, as Udimore is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Winchelsea station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We check everything that can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do you look in the roof space?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No. We don’t test for asbestos. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Why get it checked now?
When a valley or parapet gutter blocks, the water has nowhere safe to go. It can back up into the roof space and the rooms below, frequently in the heaviest rain. It’s worth having these gutters looked at before the wetter months. For an older or listed building in a place like Udimore, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Udimore
- An independent look at the roof
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A photo-illustrated written report
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Somewhere as small as Udimore, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Useful tips for Udimore property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation.
Watch your gutters from ground level 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.
Common roof problems in Udimore
Most gutter joints rely on seals or sealant that wear out. Plastic gutters move with heat and cold, and in time their joints can drip. On cast iron, joints can rust and open up where the paint has failed.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What experience they bring