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New roof snagging in Ansty, West Sussex
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in Ansty and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
About our new roof snagging in Ansty
The best time for snagging is before the final payment while the roofer can still come back easily. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That gives you time to raise any snags. Our report gives you a clear, photographed list of snags to send to your roofer before the deadline. If you’ve noticed cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and missing or blocked roof ventilation, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Ansty, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Ansty (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Legal advice on your contract
- Whether the roof will leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
Common roof problems in Ansty
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
The streets around a church like St John the Evangelist are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their report turnaround times
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like Ansty needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Diary the defects period end date
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
New roof snagging in Ansty: local notes
About 1.2 miles north-east lies Ockenden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Ansty has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you let a flat or house near Haywards Heath station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Ansty is about 3 miles west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Ansty gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Ansty is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for new roof snagging. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Here we cover the RH17 postcode area for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include Upton Drive, Bolney Road and Deaks Paddock, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Abbotsford (2 miles south-east), Goddards Green (2 miles south), Hickstead (2 miles south-west), Jacob's Post (3 miles south-east) and World's End (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (8 miles north), Horsham (8 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles east), East Grinstead (11 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-west) and Lancing (13 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Ansty
The nearest railway station is Haywards Heath station, roughly 2.6 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Dene Hospital (2 miles south) and Cuckfield Museum (1.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
Towns and villages near Ansty
Other services in Ansty
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.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Common questions in Ansty
Do you cover Ansty?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Ansty is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Ansty within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a price.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Prices for new roof snagging in Ansty
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The size of the roof
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What made you get in touch
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.