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Gutter survey in Upperton, West Sussex
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Upperton? We carry out gutter surveys in Upperton and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Gutters out of sight from every safe vantage point
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Pipes below ground level
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
About our gutter survey in Upperton
Your gutters take the rain from the roof and lead it away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t and that normally means the walls or the inside of the building. Our survey looks at the whole rainwater system above ground, including gutters, valleys, outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. If you’re worried about sagging gutters and loose brackets and valley or box gutters that overflow inside, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on eaves gutters, parapet and box gutters and fascias and soffits alike.
In a village or hamlet like Upperton, older cottages and farmhouses frequently 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. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Upperton (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Upperton
Other services in Upperton
What affects the price in Upperton
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Height and safe access
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Anything about access we should know
- When you need the report by
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Gutter surveys around Upperton
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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Historic houses such as Petworth House, about 1.2 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Upperton goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of All Hallows are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Upperton is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Upperton and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our West Sussex coverage includes Upperton. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
We survey roofs across GU28 for gutter surveys. We also cover the places around Upperton: Tillington (1 mile south-east), Hampers Green (1 mile east), River (1 mile west), Petworth (1 mile south-east) and Rotherbridge (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (14 miles east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (14 miles south), Rustington (14 miles south-east) and Storrington (10 miles south-east).
What’s near Upperton
A little further out are Midhurst Community Hospital (4.3 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.2 miles south). Open spaces near Upperton include Graffham Common and Blackdown.
Upperton: your questions answered
Is Upperton within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Upperton is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you look at parapet and box gutters as well?
Yes. These gutters often cause leaks indoors when they block so we pay close attention to them. Some may only be partly visible, and we’ll note that in the report.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No. We do not 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.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Upperton?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Upperton
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. You can see drips and overflows from ground level but hidden gutters are another matter. We inspect as far as it is safe to see and put it in writing. Older and listed buildings around Upperton may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What you get with us
- Photographs and a written report every time
- 20+ years’ experience
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Surveys seven days a week
How the survey changes by roof type
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
A London butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter and if it blocks, water can come indoors. It is inspected as far as safe access allows.
How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In a hamlet or village like Upperton, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.