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New Roof Snagging in Brighton and Hove

Covering 30 places across Brighton and Hove for new roof snagging, with a written report and photos.

Book new roof snagging in Brighton and Hove

New roof snagging in every part of Brighton and Hove

Across Brighton and Hove, that means checking a new or replacement roof for snags. The lists below link to a page for each place, or get in touch to book a survey.

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New roof snagging across Brighton and Hove: what to expect

A new roof is a big spend, so it is worth having it checked before the final payment. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the new roof and around it. The findings go into a written report with photos to share with your roofer. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We survey loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose flashings at walls or chimneys and broken coverings left on a new roof.

There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated.

First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
We inspect as far as safe access allows.
Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
You receive a report to share with your roofer.

How our prices work

Every price we give includes VAT. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.

Why customers in Brighton and Hove book us

Over 20 years’ experience
Photographs and a written report every time
Prices that include VAT
Drones and thermal imaging where it applies

Booking a survey

Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.

Around Brighton

In Brighton, that means homes and buildings near Fairlight Primary School, St Martin's Church and Park Crescent pub. You will also find Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College (0.9 miles west), Academy of Creative Training (0.9 miles south) and William Clarke Park (under half a mile east). There is a railway station in Brighton itself: London Road (Brighton) station. A little further out are Brighton General Hospital (0.7 miles east) and Old Police Cells Museum (1 mile south-west). Green spaces nearby include Newmarket Hill and Whitehawk Hill.

Buying a home or a new roof across Brighton and Hove

Brighton and Hove has homes of every age, old and new, and some older buildings are listed or sit in conservation areas. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the roof’s condition before you commit makes sense.

Our area takes in slate-roofed London terraces, clay-tiled Weald houses, Essex weatherboarding and post-war new towns. Roofs in Brighton and Hove are part of that picture. Parts of Brighton and Hove are coastal, so wind can decide whether a drone flies or a roof can be reached safely. A windy forecast can mean a change of date.

Brighton: If you own a rental within reach of London Road (Brighton) station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. Historic houses like Royal Pavilion, about 0.8 miles south-west, show how far back building around Brighton goes. If you’re buying an older home nearby, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.

Rented homes, blocks and businesses

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.

Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.

Different roofs, different checks

Underlay and ventilation

At the eaves, the underlay should run into the gutter to carry water off. We check it where it can be seen.

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.

Checking the roof from the ground

If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.

Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.

When you need someone else

It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:

A promise that the roof will not leak
Estimates of what fixes will cost
Nails and clips under the slates or tiles

Useful tips for Brighton and Hove property owners

You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:

Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
Put any issues to your roofer in writing
Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill

The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them; we report on what we see.

Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Book a check well before it so there’s time to raise anything.

FAQs for Brighton and Hove

Do you look in the roof space?

If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.

Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?

Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.

How much time does a snagging visit need?

For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.

Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?

All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The loft space is looked at where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.

Does someone need to be in?

That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.

Can you inspect my roof with a drone?

Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.

What does a new roof inspection cost?

The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.