Gutter cleaning, repair and replacement across Brighton and Hove. Brighton's coastal algae and sea salt block gutters faster than inland — we clear, repair or replace to stop water getting where it shouldn't. uPVC and cast iron specialists. From £80.
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Guttering services in Brighton cover clearing, repair and full replacement in uPVC or cast iron, typically £80–£2,000 depending on scope. We assess fascia condition and drainage before quoting, and guarantee all work. NFRC registered and fully insured. Call 01273 973 996 for a free guttering survey.
From a simple annual clear to full cast iron replacement on a period Brighton terrace, we handle every guttering need.
Brighton's coastal algae and leaf fall from the streets around Hanover and Preston Park block gutters faster than most towns. Annual clearing prevents overflow and wall damp. From £80.
Cracked joints, sagging sections, failed brackets. We repair rather than replace where possible. uPVC and cast iron both handled. Written quote before we start.
uPVC replacement from £200 for a terrace. Cast iron replacement for Victorian and Edwardian properties where conservation area constraints apply. Full installation with new brackets and downpipes.
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Brighton's dense urban tree canopy — particularly around Hanover, Preston Park, the Level and Seven Dials — deposits significant leaf matter into gutters every autumn. Combined with the coastal algae growth that coats north and east-facing surfaces across the city, Brighton gutters block more frequently than equivalent inland properties.
On Victorian and Edwardian properties — which make up a large proportion of Brighton's housing stock — the original cast iron guttering is often still in place. Cast iron gutters can last over 100 years with proper maintenance, but salt air accelerates rust and joint failure. Many cast iron systems in Brighton's conservation areas are worth retaining and restoring rather than replacing with uPVC. We assess and advise on each property individually.
Cleaning from £80 · Repair from £120 · Replacement from £200
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"Cast iron gutters on our Edwardian semi were rusting at two joints. They repaired and repainted the entire run rather than replacing with uPVC. Looks brilliant and should last another 20 years."
"Annual gutter clear — they come every October, quick and efficient, point out any issues as they go. Found a cracked section last year and fixed it same visit. Exactly what you need."
"Full uPVC replacement after the old system failed completely. Competitive quote, came when they said, left no mess. Three months later, still performing perfectly."
Every job follows the same clear process — no surprises, no hidden costs, full communication throughout.
We inspect all guttering, downpipes, brackets and fascia fixings. We check for blockages, cracks, sagging and fascia rot before quoting.
All guttering and downpipes cleared of debris. Flow tested. Blockages rodded. We confirm what can be repaired and what needs replacing before proceeding.
Cracked sections and failed joints repaired or replaced. Brackets renewed where needed. Fascia condition assessed and reported if replacement is required.
Old guttering removed. New uPVC or cast iron installed to correct profile and fall. All joints sealed and tested. Downpipes connected and confirmed flowing.
All debris removed. Site clean. Gutters flow-tested before sign-off. Quote and guarantee issued.
Guttering problems show as water where it should not be — down the wall, over the edge, or pooling at the base of the house. We see the same early signs again and again on Brighton roofs.
The signs worth acting on:
When it is not the answer: If the gutter is sound but simply blocked, a clean is all that is needed — replacing sound guttering is unnecessary spend — see our guide.
Failed guttering is the most commonly deferred maintenance on Brighton properties — and one of the most consequential. The city's housing diversity — from Regency seafront terraces to 1970s estate housing — means every guttering repairs and replacements requires specific local knowledge.
Brighton & Hove has over 30 conservation areas including Brunswick Town, Kemp Town, Hanover and the central Victorian streets. In these areas, guttering systems must use materials that match what is currently on the property. We advise on conservation area requirements and source matching materials for every affected job.
Brighton's Channel-facing position means salt air, coastal UV and the thermal cycling driven by sea temperature differentials all affect material performance. We specify materials appropriate to each property's specific coastal exposure — not one-size-fits-all inland specifications.
We cover all of Brighton, Hove and East Sussex. For emergency work, we aim to reach any Brighton property within 2-4 hours. For planned guttering repairs and replacements, we typically carry out a free survey within 48-72 hours of your call and provide a written quote the same day or within 24 hours of the survey.
Brighton's 30+ conservation areas include a significant number of properties with original Victorian and Edwardian cast iron guttering. In these areas, uPVC replacement on visible elevations is not always appropriate — and on some listed buildings, it requires consent. Cast iron guttering, when properly maintained, is more durable and more in keeping with the period character than uPVC. We advise on material appropriateness during every Brighton guttering survey: cast iron repair and repainting where it is structurally sound; profile-matched uPVC where cast iron is beyond economic repair and on non-conservation-area properties.
Brighton's densely packed Victorian terraces — Hanover, Fiveways, the Lewes Road corridor — frequently share downpipes between pairs of properties, with the single downpipe running down or adjacent to the party wall. When this downpipe blocks, both properties are affected simultaneously. The most common scenario: one homeowner calls us about their gutters overflowing, and we discover the downpipe drains both properties and the blockage is joint. We carry out this work routinely across Brighton's terrace stock and advise on leaf guard installation to reduce the frequency of joint maintenance calls.
We survey and quote for all guttering work across Brighton and surrounding areas at no charge. Call 01273 973 996 to arrange. Most surveys completed within 48 hours of your call.
Every Brighton roof is different, but these are the durations we quote most often:
| Job | Typical duration |
|---|---|
| Gutter clear & flush | 1–2 hours |
| Re-seal joints / re-fix brackets | Half a day |
| Replace a gutter run | Half to a full day |
| Full gutter & downpipe replacement | 1–2 days |
| Fascia-mounted full roofline | 2–3 days |
Around Brighton, gutter work runs in most weather, though we avoid sealing joints in heavy rain so they cure clean.
On Brighton roofs, gutter work is usually reached from ladders or a tower; scaffold is only needed on high or difficult elevations. Scaffold is specified for three-storey elevations, or where the gutter sits above a conservatory or extension — always itemised in your written quote, never a hidden extra, and we arrange it.
In Brighton, Brighton's stock runs from Regency and Victorian seafront terraces to inter-war and post-war suburban semis, so access ranges from tight city-centre returns to open plots. Pavement scaffold and skip permits go through Brighton & Hove City Council; allow a few working days on streets like Elm Grove, Dyke Road, Preston Drove where space is tight.
These are realistic Brighton price ranges — fixed in writing after a free survey, with no call-out fee:
| Job | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gutter clear & flush (terraced) | £80–£150 | Whole house |
| Re-seal joints / re-fix | £120–£300 | Per elevation |
| Replace a gutter run | £200–£500 | uPVC, per run |
| Full gutter & downpipe replacement | £600–£1,400 | Whole house, uPVC |
| Aluminium / cast-iron style | £1,200–£2,000 | Premium / heritage |
Worked example: A full uPVC gutter and downpipe replacement on a Victorian terrace off Elm Grove typically runs around £950, including access and waste.
For Brighton homeowners: no deposit on gutter cleaning or small repairs; staged terms on full roofline replacement.
On Brighton roofs, our workmanship is backed by a written 10-year guarantee, with manufacturer warranties on materials on top — in writing, every time.
If a fault appears in covered work, we come back and put it right — no quibbling, no re-charge.
For a Brighton home, expect this: a quiet, quick job — mostly ladder work, with debris bagged and taken away rather than left in the borders. You do not need to stay home for external work — we just need power and access agreed in advance.
Clearing and re-fixing run year-round; joint sealing is timed for dry spells so the sealant cures properly. Locally, Brighton's seafront exposure brings salt-laden air and Channel gales that corrode lead and fixings faster than inland, while the hillier northern suburbs catch wind straight off the Downs.
uPVC gutter replacement on a standard Brighton terrace costs £200–£600. Cast iron replacement on a Victorian or Edwardian property is £400–£1,500. Gutter cleaning from £80. Free quotes on all work.
Annually is the minimum for Brighton properties, typically in October before the main rainfall season. Properties with overhanging trees — common around Hanover, Preston Park and the Level — may need twice-yearly clearing.
It depends on the property and conservation area status. Cast iron in good condition is worth maintaining — it's more durable than uPVC and looks better on period properties. We assess and advise for each situation.
Yes. Overflowing gutters saturate walls and can cause significant damp penetration, particularly in solid-wall Victorian properties. Damp remediation costs many times more than gutter maintenance — don't put it off.
Cleaning from £80. Repair from £120. Full replacement from £200. Free quotes, no call-out fee.
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