East Sussex · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Fairwarp
New roof snagging around Fairwarp, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
New roof snagging in Fairwarp
Our snagging inspections cover Fairwarp and the rest of London and the South East. A visit normally takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see including by drone where applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. We survey flashings and valleys, loft conversions and dormers and replacement roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are missing or blocked roof ventilation and underlay ending short at the eaves.
Being in a small place like Fairwarp makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed in advance. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Fairwarp (TN22)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Fairwarp
Flashings are a common source of snags. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in at the first heavy rain.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Poorly finished verges
If you live in an older home near St John the Evangelist Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the survey will not cover
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Will the report include photos?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Common questions in Fairwarp
Is Fairwarp in the area you cover?
Yes, Fairwarp is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Fairwarp?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you look in the loft space?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Local roofs and buyers in Fairwarp
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, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you let a flat or house near Buxted station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Fairwarp is about 4 miles south-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Fairwarp is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Across East Sussex, we cover Fairwarp and the places around it. Crawley is in our area too.
All of TN22 is within our area for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include Oldlands Hill, Hop Garden and Back Lane. We also cover High Hurstwood (1 mile east), Five Ash Down (1 mile south), Sweethaws (2 miles north-east), Crowborough (4 miles north-east) and Marden's Hill (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles south-east), Uckfield (4 miles south), Polegate (15 miles south-east), South Malling (11 miles south) and Heathfield (8 miles south-east).
Near you in Fairwarp
In Fairwarp, that means homes and buildings near The Foresters Arms. Fairwarp’s nearest station is Buxted station, about 2.5 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Tickerage Castle (4.1 miles south-east) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles north-east). Not far away are Brickfield Meadow.
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What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Anything about access we should know
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Why act early in Fairwarp
Raising snags before the final payment is usually simpler. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. Our report lists what to raise. For an older or listed building in a place like Fairwarp, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
- Every finding written up with photos
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Fairwarp
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like Fairwarp needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.