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New Roof Snagging in Cousley Wood
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Cousley Wood. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
New roof snagging in Cousley Wood: what you get
We carry out new roof snagging in Cousley Wood and across London and the South East. A visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. We inspect as far as it is safe to see including by drone where applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. If you’ve noticed loose or badly finished ridge tiles and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Cousley Wood are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Location
- Cousley Wood (TN5)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Cousley Wood, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings seal the roof to walls and chimneys. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Cousley Wood
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Landlords and letting agents in Cousley Wood book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Towns and villages near Cousley Wood
Also in Cousley Wood
FAQs for Cousley Wood
Is my home in Cousley Wood listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Cousley Wood?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What does a new roof inspection include?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. The loft space is checked where there’s safe access, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
What we are asked to look at in Cousley Wood
Roofers do not always clear every gutter and lower roof. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters and on extension roofs.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Rehoboth Chapel, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- When you will get the report
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What they won’t be able to tell you
Useful tips for Cousley Wood property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
Buying a home or a new roof in Cousley Wood
With Wadhurst Castle about 1.6 miles south-west, Cousley Wood sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you let a flat or house near Wadhurst station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Cousley Wood is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. We provide new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Cousley Wood and nearby. Cousley Wood is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work for new roof snagging. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: TN5. Other places close to Cousley Wood include Newbury's (1 mile north-west), Pell Green (1 mile south-west), Wadhurst (2 miles south-west), Birchett's Green (2 miles south-east) and Shover's Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Hailsham (15 miles south), Crowborough (9 miles west), Uckfield (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (9 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles south) and Hellingly (14 miles south).
Local landmarks in Cousley Wood
In Cousley Wood, that means homes and buildings near The Old Vine Public House. The closest station to Cousley Wood is Wadhurst station, roughly 2.1 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (2.5 miles south-east) and Old Scotney Castle (2.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Bewl Water.