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Elsted Marsh New Roof Snagging

We carry out new roof snagging in Elsted Marsh and the rest of West Sussex. We survey seven days a week.

  • Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
  • Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
  • Signs of condensation in the roof space

New roof snagging in Elsted Marsh

New roof snagging in Elsted Marsh

We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen, and we check the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photos. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. Common reasons to book are gaps at new flashings and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered, across new-build homes, replacement roofs and ridges and verges.

Older buildings in small places like Elsted Marsh may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.

How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.

Illustration of a roof survey report with roof pictures, text lines and a checklist beside it
Location
Elsted Marsh (GU29)
Region
West Sussex
Price
From £150 inc. VAT
Reports
A written report with photos, by email
Appointments
Monday to Sunday, daytime
Insurance
Professional indemnity and public liability
Call
07833 053749
Last updated
27 October 2026

Surveys for landlords and agents in Elsted Marsh

Landlords and letting agents in Elsted Marsh book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.

Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.

What happens on the day

We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Around Elsted Marsh, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.

  1. First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
  2. We inspect as far as safe access allows.
  3. We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
  4. We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
  5. You receive a report to share with your roofer.

Before the survey

  • If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
  • Mention any parking restrictions on your street
  • Dig out any old roof reports or invoices

Booking a survey

For a price for new roof snagging in Elsted Marsh, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.

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What we can’t see

Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:

  • How the roof will perform for years to come
  • What’s under the new coverings
  • Repair costs for putting snags right

If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.

Roofs we survey in Elsted Marsh

  • Loft conversions and dormers
  • Ridges and verges
  • New flat roofs
  • Flashings and valleys
  • New-build homes
  • Replacement roofs

Why get it checked now?

A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Older and listed buildings around Elsted Marsh may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.

Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.

Why us?

  • Visits on any day of the week
  • Clear package prices, including VAT
  • Every finding written up with photos
  • An independent view of the roof

Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.

When to book a survey in Elsted Marsh

Owners frequently get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before the job is closed.

Look out for signs like these:

  • Damage to other parts of the building
  • Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
  • Tiles or slates sitting out of line
  • Debris left in gutters or valleys

Take an older house close to St George's Church: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.

What to check before booking

  • How they plan to inspect the roof safely
  • How long the report takes to arrive
  • Their drone registration, if they fly one
  • Whether you get a written report with photos

What a roof survey includes

Your questions about new roof snagging in Elsted Marsh

Do you carry out roof surveys in Elsted Marsh?

We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.

Do you cover smaller places like Elsted Marsh?

Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.

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. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.

How long will you be on site?

It usually takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.

Will you fly a drone over my roof?

Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.

How experienced are you?

We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.

What’s the best way to book?

The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.

Elsted Marsh homes and their roofs

Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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. With Cowdray House about 3.5 miles east, Elsted Marsh sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.

Elsted Marsh is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Elsted Marsh is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Across West Sussex, we cover Elsted Marsh and the places around it. Portsmouth is in our area too.

Here we cover the GU29 postcode area for new roof snagging. Close by, we survey roofs in Ingrams Green (1 mile east), Dumpford (1 mile north), Trotton (1 mile north), Elsted (1 mile south-west) and Didling (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (14 miles south-east), Chichester (10 miles south), Emsworth (10 miles south-west), Portfield (10 miles south), Yapton (14 miles south-east) and East Wittering (15 miles south).

Landmarks near Elsted Marsh

Typical jobs here are in homes near The Keeper's Arms Public House, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Museum (3.2 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.5 miles east). Not far away are Iping and Stedham Commons.

Map of Elsted Marsh © OpenStreetMap contributors

What you can safely check yourself

Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.

Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.

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