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Gutter Survey in West Chiltington
Wondering about the gutter at a property in West Chiltington? You can book a gutter survey in West Chiltington and across West Sussex.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Soffits marked by water
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
Gutter survey in West Chiltington: what you get
Eaves gutters at the front of a building are easy to spot but plenty of gutters are tucked away. Valley gutters between slopes, gutters behind parapet walls and box or secret gutters can overflow inside the building when they block. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them, from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Many leaks indoors start at a hidden gutter. Typical surveys look at valley or box gutters that overflow inside and cracked or loose downpipes, on fascias and soffits, downpipes and valley gutters.
Older buildings in small places like West Chiltington may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The report records the gutter as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- West Chiltington (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in West Chiltington
Most gutter joints rely on seals or sealant that wear out. Plastic sections expand and contract with the weather so their joints can start to leak. On cast iron, joints can rust and open up where the paint has failed.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
If you look after a building such as West Chiltington Community Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
What to check before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Gutter surveys around West Chiltington
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Historic houses like Old Place Manor, about 2.8 miles west, show how far back building in the area around West Chiltington goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Pulborough station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
West Chiltington is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We provide gutter surveys for homes and businesses in West Chiltington. West Chiltington is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for gutter surveys. Brighton is in our area too.
All of RH20 is within our area for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Pond Rise, Church Street and Castle Rise or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside West Chiltington, we cover West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-west), Nutbourne (1 mile west), Thakeham (1 mile south-east), Abingworth (1 mile south-east) and Marehill (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
Around West Chiltington
In West Chiltington, that means homes and buildings near Rydon Community College. For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, about 3 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (2.5 miles south). The countryside around West Chiltington includes Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. Older cottages and farmhouses around West Chiltington can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Every finding written up with photos
- An independent view of the roof
- PI and public liability insurance
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Surveys for landlords and agents in West Chiltington
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
What we look for on each type of roof
Fascias and soffits
Soffits and timber fascias suffer when gutters overflow. We check them along with the gutters.
Box and secret gutters
A box gutter is built into the roof, often behind a parapet, so overflows can end up inside. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them.
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the gutter as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like West Chiltington, a postcode does not 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.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- 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
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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West Chiltington questions
Is West Chiltington within the area you cover?
Yes, West Chiltington is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can a landlord with a rental near Pulborough station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it doesn’t include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Will the survey check 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.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground down to where the downpipes reach the ground. If a drain below ground looks like the cause, the report says so.
What happens after the survey?
You will receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
How we price gutter surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
We will typically ask about:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
For a price for gutter surveys in West Chiltington, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.