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New roof snagging in Fontwell, West Sussex
New roof snagging in Fontwell, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
We will typically ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- The address and postcode of the property
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How new roof snagging works in Fontwell
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. If you’re worried about underlay at the eaves left exposed and missing or blocked roof ventilation, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Fontwell, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Fontwell (BN18, PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a proper look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- What’s under the new coverings
- Whether the roof will leak in future
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
Why get it checked now?
Phone photos from the garden can’t show much. We get as close a view as safe access allows using a drone where applicable. Older cottages and farmhouses around Fontwell can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Rural addresses near Fontwell can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
What new roof snagging looks like in Fontwell
Fontwell is within about 5 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Landlords with a home close to Barnham station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Fontwell is about 5 miles north of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Fontwell. Fontwell is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for new roof snagging. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: BN18 and PO20. Streets in the area include London Road, Cooke Road and Steeplechase Way, all of which we cover. We also cover Eastergate (1 mile south), Slindon (1 mile north-east), Nyton (1 mile south-west), West Barnham (1 mile south) and Slindon Common (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south), Chichester (6 miles west), Selsey (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles south-east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Fontwell
Around Fontwell, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Eastergate CofE Primary School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Barnham station, about 1.6 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Tote Copse Castle (2.2 miles south-west) and Arundel and District Hospital (3.7 miles east). The countryside around Fontwell includes Bignor Hill and WWT Arundel.
Questions from Fontwell
Is my home in Fontwell listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Fontwell, take more of a battering?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Fontwell is within about 5 miles of the coast.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
How long does new roof snagging take?
A visit normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
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 drop us an email.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
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Common roof problems in Fontwell
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush particularly in poor weather.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Gaps at new flashings
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
With Goodwood House about 4.2 miles west, the area around Fontwell has a long history. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is added on top
- When you will get the report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the inside of the roof is included