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New roof snagging in Ditchling, West Sussex
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags across Ditchling, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
New roof snagging in Ditchling
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice, while the roofer is still on hand. If that’s passed, it’s worth checking before a defects or warranty period ends. That gives you time to raise any snags. You get a written list of snags with photographs, ready to pass on before the deadline. We survey flashings and valleys, new-build homes and ridges and verges, and common reasons people get in touch are vents that weren’t fitted or are covered and gaps at new flashings.
Somewhere as small as Ditchling, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are 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.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Ditchling (BN6)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Ditchling
How do I find out if my home in Ditchling is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Ditchling?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
How much is new roof snagging?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Ditchling
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the roof space.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Poorly finished verges
If you own a rental within reach of Hassocks station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
What to check before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Which limits apply to the survey
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older rural homes like those around Ditchling can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. We check for vents where they’ve been fitted.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong and get a proper look.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Buying a home or a new roof in Ditchling
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
For an older house near a landmark such as Ditchling Unitarian Chapel, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Ditchling is about 3 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Ditchling, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: BN6. If you need new roof snagging at a property on High Street, The Twitten and Charlton Gardens or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Ditchling include Keymer (1 mile west), Westmeston (1 mile south), Hassocks (1 mile west), Clayton (2 miles south-west) and Hurst Wickham (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (14 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north), East Grinstead (15 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Ditchling
We work in homes and buildings around Downlands Community School and The Bull Hotel, among other places. The closest station to Ditchling is Hassocks station, about 1.4 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (within half a mile west) and The Dene Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Ditchling include Ditchling Beacon and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so there’s time to raise anything.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.