Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Aldrington
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Aldrington? We carry out new roof snagging in Aldrington and across Brighton and Hove, with plain-English findings.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Gaps at new flashings
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
How new roof snagging works in Aldrington
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the loft space for condensation. What we see goes in the report. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. It all goes in the report. We’re often asked to look into gaps at new flashings and untidy or loose verge details, across new-build homes, flashings and valleys and ridges and verges.
In a smaller place like Aldrington, some houses face open ground, so their roofs may take more wind and driving rain. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather typically shows first. Whether you’re buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a close look. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Aldrington (BN3, BN41, BN42)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks, so we check them closely.
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. A visit to Aldrington is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We check the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Common questions in Aldrington
Is the coastal weather around Aldrington hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Aldrington is within about 1 mile of the coast.
Is Aldrington within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It typically takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.
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What we can’t see
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Aldrington
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
Useful tips for Aldrington property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Book snagging before the final payment
- File all paperwork for the new roof
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
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.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Aldrington homes and their roofs
Aldrington is within about 1 mile of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you own a rental within reach of Portslade station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. Historic houses such as Portslade Manor, about 1.4 miles north-west, show how far back building around Aldrington goes. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later. For an older house near a landmark like St Philip's Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Aldrington is about 1 mile south-west of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. If you’re in Aldrington, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Brighton and Hove, large and small.
We work across BN3, BN41 and BN42 for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Wish Road, Saxon Road and Roman Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Aldrington: Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-east), Hove (1 mile east), West Blatchington (1 mile north-east), Brunswick (2 miles east) and Prestonville (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Brighton (3 miles east), Carlton Hill (3 miles east), Hanover (3 miles east), Kemptown (3 miles east), Hollingdean (3 miles east) and Whitehawk (4 miles east).
Local landmarks in Aldrington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Drive Prep School, The Gather Inn and Hove Park School and the streets around them. The closest station to Aldrington is Portslade station, about 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Montefiore Hospital (1.7 miles east) and British Engineerium (1.2 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
Prices for new roof snagging in Aldrington
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to tell us when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.