West Sussex · London and the South East
East Lavant New Roof Snagging
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in East Lavant. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
What new roof snagging looks like in East Lavant
Historic houses such as Goodwood House, about 1.5 miles east, show how far back building in the area around East Lavant goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In Sussex, older roofs are often 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.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
East Lavant is about 2 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Bookings from East Lavant are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Pook Lane, Fordwater Road and Shop Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Mid Lavant (1 mile north-west), Westerton (2 miles south-east), Westhampnett (2 miles south-east), Waterbeach (2 miles east) and Maudlin (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (7 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in East Lavant
In East Lavant, that means homes and buildings near The Royal Oak Public House and Bishop Luffa School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Chichester station, about 2.5 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (2 miles south) and The Chichester City Museum (2.1 miles south). The countryside around East Lavant includes Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
New roof snagging in East Lavant
We carry out new roof snagging in East Lavant and across London and the South East. A visit usually takes between one and two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. We inspect as far as it is safe to see including by drone where it applies. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. We survey new-build homes, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys, and people most often book us about underlay ending short at the eaves and untidy or loose verge details.
Some older homes in villages like East Lavant are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The report records the new roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- East Lavant (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so the laying matters. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags often show on tiled roofs. We check them closely.
FAQs for East Lavant
Do you cover smaller places like East Lavant?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Lavant?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The roof space is looked at where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Signs you need new roof snagging in East Lavant
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
For landlords with property near Chichester station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Questions to ask before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What happens if roof problems are left?
Phone photos from the garden cannot show much. We get as close a view as safe access allows, including by drone where it is applicable. Around East Lavant, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in East Lavant
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
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Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- A promise that the roof will not leak
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like East Lavant, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- 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 the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking before the day
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.