West Sussex · London and the South East
Forge Wood New Roof Snagging
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Forge Wood and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
What you can safely check yourself
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.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Forge Wood
We report on what we see with photos and plain descriptions. If there’s a disagreement about the work, it’s between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. The report doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it does set out clearly what we found. We survey replacement roofs, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges, and common reasons people get in touch are verge tiles or slates not secured and signs of condensation in the roof space.
Around Forge Wood, you will mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you are buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Older roofs frequently have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Forge Wood (RH10, RH6)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Some faults only show when water gets in. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. With lower homes, common in places like Forge Wood, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Forge Wood
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What new roof snagging looks like in Forge Wood
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Whatever the street in Forge Wood, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early. If you own a rental within reach of Three Bridges station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Forge Wood is about 2 miles north-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Forge Wood gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can be seen safely, photos and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: RH10 and RH6. You’ll find streets like Moore Road, Steers Lane and Radford Road. If you’re just outside Forge Wood, we cover Tinsley Green (1 mile north), Pound Hill (1 mile south), Shipley Bridge (1 mile north-east), Copthorne (1 mile east) and Three Bridges (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (9 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles east), Broadfield (4 miles south-west) and Billingshurst (15 miles south-west).
Around Forge Wood
Around Forge Wood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Worth Park Gardens, The Greyhound pub and The Gatwick School. The nearest railway station is Three Bridges station, about 1.4 miles south. A little further out are Crawley Museum (2.1 miles south-west) and Langley Green Hospital (1.7 miles west). The countryside around Forge Wood includes Tilgate Lake.
Practical tips
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Legal advice on your contract
- How the roof will perform for years to come
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Forge Wood
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Parking around Forge Wood is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
For a price for new roof snagging in Forge Wood, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
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Your questions about new roof snagging in Forge Wood
How should I get ready for a visit in Forge Wood?
Clear the way to the loft hatch if there is one, and let us know about any leaks, stains or past repairs. Parking and access details for Forge Wood help us plan the visit.
Is Forge Wood within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.