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Whitemans Green Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes across Whitemans Green, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Whitemans Green
This survey covers rainwater above ground, from the gutters down to where the downpipes meet the ground. It is not a CCTV drain survey and we cannot see inside buried drains. If the problem looks like a blocked or broken drain below ground, we will say so in the report, so you can get the drains checked separately. Anything we find above ground, like a split hopper or a leaking downpipe, is photographed and recorded. We survey fascias and soffits, downpipes and valley gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are rotten fascias or stained soffits and dripping or leaking gutter joints.
In a small place like Whitemans Green, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Whitemans Green (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- When you need the report by
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Checking the roof from ground level
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Whitemans Green
Ockenden Manor, about 0.6 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Whitemans Green. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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 landlords with property near Haywards Heath station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. For an older house near a landmark like Holy Trinity Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Whitemans Green is about 2 miles north-west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Whitemans Green, we can come and survey your property. Whitemans Green is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the RH17 postcode area for gutter surveys. Streets in the area include London Road, Tollgate Lane and Ardingly Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Cuckfield (1 mile south-east), Brook Street (1 mile north), Slough Green (1 mile west), Staplefield (2 miles north-west) and Warninglid (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (7 miles north), Horsham (8 miles north-west), Burgess Hill (4 miles south), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south-west) and Lancing (15 miles south-west).
Around Whitemans Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Rose And Crown Public House, Warden Park School and Warden Park School. Whitemans Green’s nearest station is Haywards Heath station, about 1.8 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include St Francis Hospital (2.7 miles south-east) and Cuckfield Museum (0.5 miles south). Open spaces near Whitemans Green include Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Whitemans Green
Can a landlord with a rental near Haywards Heath station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How do I find out if my home in Whitemans Green is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We can’t see inside the wall itself, so we report on what’s visible.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so you can arrange that check.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Whitemans Green?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
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.
Honest limits
A survey is a proper look at the gutter, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
Do you need a gutter survey in Whitemans Green?
Valley, parapet and box gutters are often lined with lead or a sheet material. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside as there’s nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead linings can also be stolen.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters full of debris and silt
If you look after a building such as Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which limits apply to the survey
Towns and villages near Whitemans Green
Other services in Whitemans Green
Leave it or get it looked at?
When a valley or parapet gutter blocks, the water has nowhere safe to go. It can overflow into the building, frequently in the heaviest rain. It is worth having these gutters looked at before the wetter months. Older cottages and farmhouses around Whitemans Green 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.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Whitemans Green
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Whitemans Green, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- You get a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.