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New roof snagging in East Dean, West Sussex
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in East Dean. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in East Dean
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
How new roof snagging works in East Dean
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can safely be seen and photograph each snag. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We’re often asked to look into underlay ending short at the eaves and gutters blocked by building debris, across replacement roofs, flashings and valleys and new-build homes.
Being in a small place like East Dean makes no difference to the inspection itself: 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.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- East Dean (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Also in East Dean
Common questions in East Dean
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Dean?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover East Dean?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and East Dean is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
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.
How much is new roof snagging?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about one to two hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like East Dean can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong and get a careful look.
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so the detailing matters. We check the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
Why get it checked now?
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows and send water down the walls. Spotting it now saves chasing damp later. Around East Dean, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in East Dean
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
New roof snagging in East Dean: local notes
West Dean House, about 2.6 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around East Dean. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of All Saints, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
East Dean is about 6 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Bookings from East Dean are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Main Road, Chapel Row and Charlton Road. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Charlton (1 mile west), Singleton (2 miles west), West Dean (3 miles west), Heyshott (3 miles north) and Cocking (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (8 miles south), Chichester (6 miles south-west), Selsey (13 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east) and Emsworth (10 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in East Dean
Around East Dean, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Star And Garter Public House. Nearby you will also find Weald and Downland Gridshell (1.8 miles west) and Chichester Centre (5 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Graffham Common and Levin Down.
Prices for new roof snagging in East Dean
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- House, block, shop or office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.