Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Gutter survey in West Hill, Brighton and Hove
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in West Hill, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in West Hill
We carry out gutter surveys in West Hill as part of our cover across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows and from the loft space. Time on site usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. We survey eaves gutters, parapet and box gutters and outlets and hoppers, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are leaves and moss blocking gutters and valley or box gutters that overflow inside.
Trees around homes in smaller places like West Hill drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. It is the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- West Hill (BN1, BN3, BN2)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from West Hill
Can a landlord with a rental near Brighton 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 the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is West Hill within the area you cover?
Yes. West Hill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Before the wetter months gives you time to plan any work though problems often show up after heavy rain.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes. These gutters frequently cause leaks indoors when they block, so they’re an important part of the survey. Parts of them may not be visible, and the report says so.
What we do, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Homes around West Hill often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
Prices for gutter surveys in West Hill
When we price a survey, we consider:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What to let us know when you contact us
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Landlords and letting agents in West Hill book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the gutter, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Different roofs, different checks
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and crack. We check joints, brackets and the line of each run.
Box and secret gutters
Box gutters sit within the roof or behind a wall, so overflows can end up inside. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see them.
Local roofs in West Hill
The coast is about 1 mile or less from West Hill, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you look after a building such as St Paul's CofE Primary School and Nursery, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. With Royal Pavilion about 0.6 miles south-east, the area around West Hill has a long history. If your house is among the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up. Landlords with a home close to Brighton station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
West Hill is about 1 mile west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We visit West Hill as part of our work across Brighton and Hove, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. West Hill is one of the places in Brighton and Hove where we work for gutter surveys.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: BN1, BN3 and BN2. Local streets include Powis Road, North Road and York Avenue, all of which we cover. West Hill is on the A2010, so it’s easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Seven Dials (1 mile north-west), Brunswick (1 mile south-west), Prestonville (1 mile north-west), Brighton (1 mile east) and Carlton Hill (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Hangleton (3 miles north-west), Saltdean (5 miles east), East Saltdean (5 miles east), Rottingdean (4 miles east) and Ovingdean (3 miles east). West Hill is among the bigger towns we cover in Brighton and Hove.
Around West Hill
We work in homes and buildings around Brighton Girls, The Cow pub and Academy of Creative Training, among other places. There is a railway station in West Hill itself: Brighton station. Nearby you will also find Churchill Square (0.5 miles south) and Montefiore Hospital (0.5 miles west). The countryside around West Hill includes Whitehawk Hill and Newmarket Hill.
Towns and villages near West Hill
Other services in West Hill
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file and use it to plan upkeep. The photos help when you explain the work to others.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof by someone who can do it safely. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.