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New roof snagging in Findon Valley, West Sussex
A careful look at the new roof at your property in Findon Valley, with photos and a written report.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
How new roof snagging works in Findon Valley
Our report records what we see with photos and plain descriptions. If there is a disagreement about the work, it’s between you and your roofer or builder. What we provide is an independent record of the roof’s condition. The report does not price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. We survey new flat roofs, loft conversions and dormers and new-build homes, and people most frequently book us about cracked or slipped new tiles or slates and poorly finished verges.
Around Findon Valley, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Older roofs often have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Findon Valley (BN14, BN13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are looked at.
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys from safe vantage points.
Places near Findon Valley
Also in Findon Valley
FAQs for Findon Valley
Do you cover smaller places like Findon Valley?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Findon Valley is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a smaller place like Findon Valley, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
You receive a written report with photos of each snag and written recommendations. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.
What new roof snagging looks like in Findon Valley
Findon Valley lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Ecclesden Manor, about 3.5 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Findon Valley. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
The streets around a church like All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. If you let a flat or house near West Worthing station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Findon Valley is about 2 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We provide new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Findon Valley. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
We work across BN14 and BN13 for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on Mill Lane, Furze Road and Gorse Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Salvington (1 mile south), Offington (1 mile south), Worthing (2 miles south), Broadwater (2 miles south-east) and Sompting (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (15 miles north), Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east) and Lancing (4 miles south-east).
Around Findon Valley
Around Findon Valley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Durrington High School, among other places. The closest station to Findon Valley is West Worthing station, roughly 2.4 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Worthing Hospital (2.9 miles south-east) and Old Castle (1.9 miles south). Not far away are Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Findon Valley. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How we price new roof snagging
To price your survey, we check:
- Which survey package you book
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.