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New roof snagging in Broad Oak, East Sussex
A careful look at the new roof at your property in Broad Oak, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Broad Oak
Our report records what we see, with photos and clear descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. The report doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. If you’re worried about underlay at the eaves left exposed and cracked mortar at the ridge or hips, we can find out what’s behind it, on new flat roofs, replacement roofs and new-build homes alike.
Somewhere as small as Broad Oak, 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. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, 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.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Broad Oak (TN31)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Rural addresses near Broad Oak can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
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Do you need new roof snagging in Broad Oak?
Most homeowners cannot get a good look at their new roof. Without an independent check, you are relying on what can be seen from the ground before you pay.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
If you own a rental within reach of Doleham station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their insurance cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How soon the report will arrive
Prices for new roof snagging in Broad Oak
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Why it is worth a survey now in Broad Oak
Photographs from the ground rarely show the detail. We get as close a view as safe access allows, including by drone where it is applicable. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See our cost guide or our case studies.
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Diary the defects period end date
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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What else we do in Broad Oak
Your questions about new roof snagging in Broad Oak
Do you cover smaller places like Broad Oak?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is my home in Broad Oak listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Broad Oak homes and their roofs
Great Dixter, about 3.3 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Broad Oak. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St George are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Broad Oak is about 6 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Roofs in Broad Oak get the same thorough look as anywhere else in East Sussex. Broad Oak is one of the places in East Sussex we cover for new roof snagging. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Here we cover the TN31 postcode area for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on Pond Close, Reedswood Road and The Orchard. Broad Oak sits on or near the B2089, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Broad Oak: Beckley Furnace (1 mile north-east), Broadland Row (1 mile east), Doleham (2 miles south), Udimore (2 miles east) and Beckley (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Hastings (6 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south), Belmont (6 miles south) and Heathfield (15 miles west).
What’s near Broad Oak
The closest station to Broad Oak is Doleham station, roughly 2.2 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Nortons Farm Museum (3.7 miles south-west) and Conquest Hospital (4.7 miles south). Open spaces near Broad Oak include Flatropers Wood.