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New Roof Snagging in Ashurst Wood
New roof snagging in Ashurst Wood from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Untidy or loose verge details
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Ashurst Wood
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely, from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. You then get a photo-illustrated written report to share with your roofer. If you’ve noticed cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and broken coverings left on a new roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Ashurst Wood, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Ashurst Wood (RH19)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What new roof snagging looks like in Ashurst Wood
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. With Hammerwood Park about 1.9 miles north-east, Ashurst Wood sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Landlords with a home close to East Grinstead station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. For an older house near a landmark like St Dunstan, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Ashurst Wood is about 2 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. We provide new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Ashurst Wood and nearby. Our West Sussex coverage includes Ashurst Wood and the places around it. Crawley is in our area too.
Here we cover the RH19 postcode area for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include Woods Hill Lane, Wray Close and Woods Hill Close. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include East Grinstead (2 miles north-west), Hammerwood (2 miles north-east), Saint Hill Green (2 miles west), Dormans Park (3 miles north-west) and Dormansland (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (9 miles west), Horsham (15 miles west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-west), Broadfield (10 miles west) and Bewbush (11 miles west).
Landmarks near Ashurst Wood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Maypole Inn, Sackville School and Stoke Brunswick School and the streets around them. The closest station to Ashurst Wood is East Grinstead station, roughly 2.1 miles north-west. A little further out are East Grinstead Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Bolebroke Castle (3.5 miles east). Not far away are Hedgecourt Lake.
Different roofs, different checks
Underlay and ventilation
The underlay should be dressed into the gutter at the eaves so water drains away. We check it where it can be seen.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
Prices for new roof snagging in Ashurst Wood
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Questions from Ashurst Wood
Do you cover smaller places like Ashurst Wood?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is my home in Ashurst Wood listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How do I book a survey in Ashurst Wood?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Rural addresses near Ashurst Wood can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The roof space is looked at 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.