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Gutter Survey in Warnham
Gutter surveys in Warnham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
Landlords, agents and block managers in Warnham
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Warnham
Owners get in touch after seeing an overflow, finding damp or planning ahead for winter. Landlords and managing agents use it to plan maintenance and buyers sometimes want the gutters looked at before they exchange. Whoever books, we inspect and report in the same way, with photographs and written recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Typical surveys look at gutters full of debris and silt and joints that drip after rain, on eaves gutters, fascias and soffits and parapet and box gutters.
Somewhere as small as Warnham, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- Warnham (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Warnham questions
Is my home in Warnham listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can a landlord with a rental near Warnham station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you survey underground drains?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground, from the gutters to the bottom of the downpipes. Where a below-ground drain seems to be the problem, we’ll tell you.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
What happens after the survey?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Nearby places to Warnham
Other services in Warnham
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
Common roof problems in Warnham
Valley, parapet and box gutters are often lined with lead or a sheet material. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building as there is nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead is also a target for theft.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Overflowing eaves gutters
Homes near green spaces like Warnham Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Their track record with similar roofs
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.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Different roofs, different checks
Fascias and soffits
On buildings from before 2000, soffits may be asbestos cement. We flag any that could be so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them before they’re disturbed.
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We check the outlets, linings and overflows where safe.
Gutter surveys in Warnham: local notes
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. 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 frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you let a flat or house near Warnham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Margaret, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Warnham is about 2 miles north-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out gutter surveys in Warnham for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Warnham is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Crawley.
We work across the RH12 postcode area for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Hollands Way, Stanford Orchard and Gardeners Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Broadbridge Heath (2 miles south), Holbrook (2 miles east), Horsham (2 miles south-east), Rowhook (2 miles west) and Tower Hill (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Crawley (7 miles east), Haywards Heath (13 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-east), East Grinstead (15 miles east), Broadfield (6 miles east) and Storrington (12 miles south).
Around Warnham
In Warnham, that means homes and buildings near Warnham Park, The Greets Inn and Greenway Academy, among other places. Warnham’s nearest station is Warnham station, about 1 mile east. Well-known places in the area include Horsham Hospital (1.8 miles south-east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.2 miles south). Open spaces near Warnham include Warnham LNR and Vann Lake.
What we do, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere like Warnham needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.