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Gutter survey in West Itchenor, West Sussex
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in West Itchenor, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
Gutter surveys in West Itchenor: local notes
West Itchenor lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you own a rental within reach of Bosham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Nicholas' Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
West Itchenor is about 5 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. In West Itchenor, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Gutter surveys in PO20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on The Street, Waterstone Close and Spinney Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside West Itchenor, we cover Bosham Hoe (1 mile north-east), Bosham (2 miles north), Chidham (2 miles north), Broadbridge (3 miles north) and Apuldram (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (6 miles south-east), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (5 miles north-west) and Portfield (5 miles north-east).
What’s near West Itchenor
West Itchenor’s nearest station is Bosham station, roughly 2.9 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include St Richard's Hospital (5 miles north-east) and Chichester Castle (4.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Pilsey Island.
About our gutter survey in West Itchenor
Damp on walls, water marks under a valley or streaks down the brickwork can often be traced 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. The next step is suggested too. If you are worried about sagging gutters and loose brackets and blocked outlets and hoppers, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like West Itchenor 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- West Itchenor (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we can’t see
A survey is a proper look at the gutter, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Gutters out of sight from every safe viewpoint
- Pipes below ground level
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in West Itchenor
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
FAQs for West Itchenor
I let a flat near Bosham station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around West Itchenor, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Within about 1 mile of the sea, as West Itchenor is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Is West Itchenor in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs in West Itchenor and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Different roofs, different checks
Fascias and soffits
Overflowing water stains soffits and rots timber. They’re looked at as part of the survey.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Joints and fixings are the weak points on metal gutters. We record any corrosion or leaks we see.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Prices for gutter surveys in West Itchenor
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Height and safe access
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- Anything about access we should know
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof 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. The whole visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In a hamlet or village like West Itchenor, 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. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.