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West Grinstead Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys in West Grinstead, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Leaks at the gutter joints
Gutter surveys around West Grinstead
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For an older house near a landmark such as Shrine Church of Our Lady of Consolation and St Francis, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For any home in West Grinstead, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
West Grinstead is about 6 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. If you’re in West Grinstead, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our West Sussex coverage includes West Grinstead. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Gutter surveys in RH13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Steyning Road, Carylls Meadow and Clothalls Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside West Grinstead, we cover Littleworth (1 mile south-east), Partridge Green (1 mile south-east), Dial Post (2 miles south-west), Shipley (2 miles west) and Whitehall (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (11 miles north-east), Horsham (6 miles north), Worthing (11 miles south), Haywards Heath (10 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
Landmarks near West Grinstead
Not far away are Knepp Wildland.
How a gutter survey works in West Grinstead
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. Whoever books, we inspect and report in the same way, with photographs and written recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We survey downpipes, outlets and hoppers and valley gutters, and the problems we are asked to look at most are water spilling over the gutter edge and joints that drip after rain.
Older buildings in small places like West Grinstead may be 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report records the gutter as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- West Grinstead (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
How it works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes between one and two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a village or hamlet like West Grinstead, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Related advice
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the gutter, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Gutters out of sight from every safe vantage point
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
Useful tips for West Grinstead property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Check downpipe clips are holding
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.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof by someone who can do it safely. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. You can see drips and overflows from the ground, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. Our survey covers everything that’s safely in view and records it with photos. In a small place like West Grinstead, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why book us in West Grinstead
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Questions from West Grinstead
Do you cover West Grinstead?
Yes, West Grinstead is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
How do I find out if my home in West Grinstead is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes. These gutters frequently cause leaks indoors when they block so we pay close attention to them. Some may only be partly visible, and we will note that in the report.
How long will you be on site?
A visit usually takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. We will give you an idea when booking.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when booking.