West Sussex · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Crabtree, West Sussex
New roof snagging across Crabtree, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Poorly finished verges
Common questions in Crabtree
How do I find out if my home in Crabtree is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Crabtree in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. A disagreement about the work is between you and them and our report gives you an independent record.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We will give you an idea as you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
New roof snagging in Crabtree: what you get
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it is worth raising early. It all goes in the report. If you’ve noticed cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and flashings not properly dressed or fixed, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Crabtree, 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 as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Where we can’t see part of the new roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Crabtree (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Crabtree
What else we do in Crabtree
What we cannot see
A survey is a close look at the new roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Details hidden from sight
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
Do you need new roof snagging in Crabtree?
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in at the first heavy rain.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
For an older house near a landmark such as Old Church House the Glebe, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What happens after the report arrives
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How soon the report will arrive
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
- Which survey package you book
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- What made you get in touch
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What new roof snagging looks like in Crabtree
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. About 4.3 miles north-east lies Tyes Place, a reminder of how long the area around Crabtree has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Horsham station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Crabtree is about 5 miles south-east of Horsham, in West Sussex. Roofs in Crabtree get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Crabtree is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. There’s also a page for Crawley.
We work across the RH13 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Mill Lane, Peppersgate and Long Hill. Other places close to Crabtree include Lower Beeding (1 mile north), Colwood (1 mile south-east), Monk's Gate (2 miles north-west), Plummers Plain (2 miles north-east) and Mannings Heath (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Crawley (7 miles north-east), Horsham (5 miles north-west), Worthing (14 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles east), Burgess Hill (7 miles south-east) and East Grinstead (13 miles north-east).
What’s near Crabtree
In Crabtree, that means homes and buildings near Leonardslee and the streets around them. The closest station to Crabtree is Horsham station, roughly 4.6 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Horsham Hospital (4.9 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Knepp Wildland.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. Bedding, dry-fix pieces and fixings are checked where visible.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a hamlet or village like Crabtree, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or email us.