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New roof snagging in Donnington, West Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you spend money on it. We carry out new roof snagging in Donnington, with photos and a clear written report.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
About our new roof snagging in Donnington
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them and look in the loft space for condensation. We note what we can see. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. We record what we see. If you are worried about verge tiles or slates not secured and loose flashings at walls or chimneys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Donnington, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when booking, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Donnington (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs and buyers in Donnington
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Donnington, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, so exposed details get a careful look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near 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. With Goodwood House about 4.8 miles north-east, the area around Donnington has a long history. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Donnington is about 2 miles south of Chichester, in West Sussex. Donnington gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: PO20. With the B2201 close by, Donnington is easy for us to reach for new roof snagging. Close by, we survey roofs in Hunston (1 mile east), North Mundham (1 mile east), Runcton (2 miles east), Chichester (2 miles north) and Portfield (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (5 miles east), Selsey (5 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles east).
Local landmarks in Donnington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Blacksmith's Arms Public House, among other places. Donnington’s nearest station is Chichester station, roughly 1.6 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Cathedral Treasury (1.8 miles north) and St Richard's Hospital (2.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Nutborne Marshes.
What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Cottages and farmhouses around Donnington frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Common roof problems in Donnington
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Offcuts and broken pieces frequently end up in the gutters or damage lower roofs.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Untidy or loose verge details
If you own a rental within reach of Chichester station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What happens after the report arrives
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Donnington: your questions answered
Will you come out to Donnington?
Yes, Donnington is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How do I find out if my home in Donnington is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you deal with my roofer if there is a problem?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
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Prices for new roof snagging in Donnington
To price your survey, we check:
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The address and postcode of the property
For a price for new roof snagging in Donnington, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Photos from ground level rarely show the detail. Our inspection looks as closely as can be done safely, including by drone where it’s applicable. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Donnington, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why us?
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- A written report with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
When you need someone else
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs