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New Roof Snagging in Ashington
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you spend money on it. We carry out new roof snagging in Ashington.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Gutters blocked by building debris
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey usually takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Ashington, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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New roof snagging in Ashington
Building work can leave a mess behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs, and for damage to other parts of the building. It is all recorded with photos. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain, and cracked lower roofs can leak. It’s easier to raise them while the job is fresh. Common reasons to book are underlay not dressed into the gutter and broken coverings left on a new roof, across new flat roofs, new-build homes and ridges and verges.
In a village or hamlet like Ashington, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. 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.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Ashington (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What else we do in Ashington
When to book a survey in Ashington
Owners frequently get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before the job is closed.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Poorly finished verges
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Ashington Methodist Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before you book anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
Questions from Ashington
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ashington?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ashington?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Ashington as anywhere else.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. The report lists snags with photos to raise with the builder.
Why act early in Ashington
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. Around Ashington, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Ashington
- Every finding written up with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
- Package prices that include VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Details hidden from sight
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs often have snags at the verges and eaves. They get close attention.
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so a new slate roof should be laid well. Cracked, slipped or uneven slates are noted.
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Ashington homes and their roofs
About 4.5 miles west lies Parham House, a reminder of how long the area around Ashington has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Ashington is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We provide new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Ashington and the surrounding area. Across West Sussex, we cover Ashington and the places around it. Brighton is in our area too.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on London Road, The Sands and Hillcrest Drive or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Wiston (1 mile south-east), Dial Post (3 miles north-east), Ashurst (3 miles east), Broomer's Corner (3 miles north) and Whitehall (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (10 miles north), Worthing (8 miles south), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Near you in Ashington
Typical jobs here are in homes near Rydon Community College. Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (2.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Ashington include Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.