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New Roof Snagging in Doleham
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Doleham. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
How we price new roof snagging
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The size of the roof
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How new roof snagging works in Doleham
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. Typical surveys look at poorly finished verges and tiles or slates sitting out of line, across new-build homes, flashings and valleys and ridges and verges.
In a village or hamlet like Doleham, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. 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.
If any part of the new roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Doleham (TN35)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a small place like Doleham, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Before we arrive
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Common questions in Doleham
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Doleham?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Is Doleham within the area you cover?
Yes. Doleham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Doleham?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
What do you check on a new roof?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. Outbuildings and barns around Doleham are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- Photos and a written report every time
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- PI and public liability insurance
What we cannot see
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
What new roof snagging looks like in Doleham
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Doleham, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St George: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. Durhamford Manor, about 3.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Doleham. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area.
Doleham is about 4 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Doleham. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We work across TN35 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Doleham Lane and Doleham Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Three Oaks (1 mile south-east), Broadland Row (2 miles north-east), Broad Street (2 miles east), Broad Oak (2 miles north) and Udimore (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (4 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south-west), St Leonards (5 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (4 miles south), Belmont (4 miles south) and Langney (15 miles south-west).
Around Doleham
Doleham has its own railway station: Doleham station. A little further out are Conquest Hospital (2.9 miles south-west) and Barn Theatre and Museum (1.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
Do you need new roof snagging in Doleham?
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before signing off the job.
People usually book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
For landlords with property near Doleham station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their report turnaround times
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Towns and villages near Doleham
Also in Doleham
Different roofs, different checks
Flashings
Flashings around chimney stacks are a common weak point, so we check them closely.
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles where we can see them.