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New roof snagging in Coleman's Hatch, East Sussex
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Coleman's Hatch, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
New roof snagging around Coleman's Hatch
In Sussex, older roofs are often 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. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Bassetts Manor, about 2.6 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Coleman's Hatch. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as Holy Trinity Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Coleman's Hatch is about 4 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in East Sussex. Bookings from Coleman's Hatch are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Coleman's Hatch is one of the places in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: TN7. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Shepherds Hill and Parrock Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Upper Hartfield (1 mile north-east), Forest Row (1 mile west), Wych Cross (2 miles south-west), Chelwood Gate (3 miles south-west) and Duddleswell (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Lewes (15 miles south), Crowborough (5 miles south-east), Uckfield (8 miles south), South Malling (15 miles south), Heathfield (12 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
Local landmarks in Coleman's Hatch
In Coleman's Hatch, that means homes and buildings near The Hatch Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is East Grinstead station, about 4.6 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Queen Victoria Hospital (4.4 miles north-west) and Bolebroke Castle (2.9 miles north-east). The countryside around Coleman's Hatch includes Brickfield Meadow.
New roof snagging in Coleman's Hatch
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the roof space for condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, so it’s worth raising early. It all goes in the report. We’re frequently asked to look into untidy or loose verge details and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed, on replacement roofs, ridges and verges and new-build homes.
For a small place like Coleman's Hatch, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Coleman's Hatch (TN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Coleman's Hatch
Will you come out to Coleman's Hatch?
Yes, Coleman's Hatch is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Coleman's Hatch?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We look at everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it’s safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Around Coleman's Hatch, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
For a price for new roof snagging in Coleman's Hatch, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
It is easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. After the final payment it can be harder to get them back. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. For an older or listed building in a place like Coleman's Hatch, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why us?
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Prices for new roof snagging in Coleman's Hatch
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The size of the roof
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Coleman's Hatch
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush, especially when the weather is against them.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
If you let a flat or house near East Grinstead station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a close look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Details hidden from sight
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Coleman's Hatch
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges