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Gutter Survey in West Blatchington
Gutter surveys in West Blatchington and the rest of Brighton and Hove. We survey on any day of the week.
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Gutter survey in West Blatchington: what you get
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork often trace back to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, as far as can safely be seen. Where the cause looks more like the roof covering or a flashing, the report says so, with a suggested next step. We survey downpipes, eaves gutters and outlets and hoppers, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are sagging gutters and loose brackets and gutters full of debris and silt.
In a smaller place like West Blatchington, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- West Blatchington (BN3)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
You receive a written report with photographs and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they know what needs doing.
Deal with drips, sags and loose downpipes early. They tend to get worse and spilled water harms brickwork and woodwork.
What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
Gutter surveys around West Blatchington
The coast is about 2 miles or less from West Blatchington, 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. About 1.3 miles east lies Preston Manor & Gardens, a reminder of how long the area around West Blatchington has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live near a park such as Hove Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Aldrington CofE Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
West Blatchington is about 1 mile north-east of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. We survey roofs in West Blatchington as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Brighton and Hove, we cover West Blatchington and the places around it.
We survey roofs across the BN3 postcode area for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Frant Road, Nevill Road and Nevill Avenue or anywhere close by, we can help. Being close to the A2038, West Blatchington is simple for us to get to for gutter surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Brighton and Hove (1 mile south-west), Hove (1 mile south), Aldrington (1 mile south-west), Westdene (1 mile north-east) and Withdean (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Carlton Hill (3 miles south-east), Hanover (3 miles south-east), Kemptown (3 miles south-east), Whitehawk (4 miles south-east), Moulsecoomb (3 miles east) and Bevendean (3 miles east).
Around West Blatchington
In West Blatchington, that means homes and buildings near Blatchington Mill School and Sixth Form College, Hove Park and The Nevill pub and the streets around them. West Blatchington’s nearest station is Aldrington station, about 0.7 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Churchill Square (2.2 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles north). For a walk, there is Thundersbarrow Hill and Ladies Mile.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Many homes have plastic gutters and downpipes. As the seals age, joints can start to drip and brackets may drop under the weight of debris.
Cast iron gutters
A cracked cast iron downpipe can leak down the wall unseen, so we check the wall behind for staining.
Prices for gutter surveys in West Blatchington
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How big the roof is
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
What to let us know when you get in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
How it works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Being in a smaller place like West Blatchington doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It is useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Your questions about gutter surveys in West Blatchington
Can a landlord with a rental near Aldrington station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is the coastal weather around West Blatchington hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and West Blatchington is within about 2 miles of the coast.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we will say so, based on what we can see.
Do you cover West Blatchington for gutter surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes West Blatchington.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
When to book a survey in West Blatchington
Valley, parapet and box gutters are frequently lined with lead or a sheet material. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building as there’s nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead is also a target for theft.
Common reasons to book include:
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter's Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What follow-up you get after the report
- When you’ll get the report