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New roof snagging in Dial Post, West Sussex
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Dial Post? You can book new roof snagging in Dial Post and across West Sussex.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
About our new roof snagging in Dial Post
Our report records what we see, with photos and clear descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. What we provide is an independent record of the roof’s condition. The report does not price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. We survey flashings and valleys, ridges and verges and replacement roofs, and people most often book us about vents that weren’t fitted or are covered and broken coverings left on a new roof.
Somewhere as small as Dial Post, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Dial Post (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Raising snags before the final payment is typically simpler. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on, getting them back can take longer. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Older cottages and farmhouses around Dial Post can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Dial Post
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Landlords and letting agents in Dial Post book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photographs.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The size of the roof
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Anything about access we should know
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Questions from Dial Post
Is Dial Post within the area you cover?
Yes, Dial Post is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is Dial Post in the area you cover?
Yes, Dial Post is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s 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.
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How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Rural addresses near Dial Post 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 agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Dial Post homes and their roofs
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
For any home in Dial Post, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Dial Post is about 7 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. Surveys in Dial Post work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Dial Post is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for new roof snagging. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
We cover every part of the RH13 postcode area for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include The Green, Swallows Lane and Bentons Lane, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Dial Post, we cover Whitehall (2 miles north-west), Shipley (2 miles north), West Grinstead (2 miles north-east), Broomer's Corner (2 miles north-west) and Partridge Green (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (10 miles south), Haywards Heath (12 miles east), Burgess Hill (10 miles east) and Littlehampton (13 miles south-west).
Around Dial Post
The countryside around Dial Post includes Knepp Wildland and Chanctonbury Hill.
Do you need new roof snagging in Dial Post?
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
Around Dial Post, each roof gets the same safe, thorough look, and the findings in plain words.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Is VAT included in the price?
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Valleys
Lead or other valley linings should be laid and lapped neatly as far as safe access allows.