East Sussex · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Beckley, East Sussex
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Beckley and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gaps at new flashings
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags often show on tiled roofs. We look at them closely.
Flashings
Poorly finished flashings often show up on new roofs. We photograph any we find.
About our new roof snagging in Beckley
Homeowners book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows, from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe. You then get a report with photographs to share with your roofer. If you’ve noticed underlay ending short at the eaves and gutters or fascias damaged during the job, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Beckley, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Beckley (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What new roof snagging does not cover
A survey is a close look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Beckley
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
Beckley questions
Do you cover Beckley?
Yes, Beckley is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Beckley?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No, we report on the roof and do not take sides. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
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; we’ll agree the details when you book.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.
What happens if roof problems are left?
It’s easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on it can be harder to get them back. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. In a small place like Beckley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Beckley
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
- The address and postcode of the property
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes an hour or two on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Beckley, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a report with photos of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Buying a home or a new roof in Beckley
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. The wider area around Beckley has a long history of building, with Great Dixter about 2.3 miles west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Winchelsea station, 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 such as The Parish Church of All Saints, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Beckley is about 9 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Beckley and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Beckley is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. Maidstone is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: TN31. Local streets include King's Bank Lane, Royal Oak Close and Whitebread Lane. You’ll find Beckley on the B2088, which makes it simple to reach. If you are just outside Beckley, we cover Flackley Ash (2 miles east), Northiam (2 miles north-west), Beckley Furnace (2 miles south-west), Peasmarsh (2 miles south-east) and Broadland Row (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (9 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-west), St Leonards (10 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (9 miles south), Belmont (9 miles south) and Hollington (9 miles south-west).
What’s near Beckley
We work in homes and buildings around The Rose And Crown Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Winchelsea station, roughly 4.4 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Ypres Tower (4.7 miles south-east). Not far away are Flatropers Wood.