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New Roof Snagging in Framfield
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Framfield, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
It is a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- Legal advice on your contract
- Repair costs for putting snags right
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Framfield
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we look at 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. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. We survey flashings and valleys, new-build homes and replacement roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters blocked by building debris and underlay ending short at the eaves.
Older buildings in small places like Framfield may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Framfield (TN22)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging in Framfield: local notes
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For landlords with property near Uckfield station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Framfield is about 1 mile east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Framfield, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Framfield is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover for new roof snagging. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Every address in TN22 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need new roof snagging at a property on The Street, Preston Grove and Framelle Mount or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Etchingwood (1 mile north-east), Uckfield (1 mile west), Blackboys (1 mile east), Potter's Green (2 miles north) and Buxted (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south), Lewes (8 miles south-west), Hailsham (9 miles south-east), Crowborough (6 miles north) and Newhaven (12 miles south).
Landmarks near Framfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near Uckfield College, Hempstead Meadow and Hare & Hounds pub. For rail, the closest station is Uckfield station, roughly 1.6 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Uckfield Community Hospital (1.2 miles west) and Tickerage Castle (0.8 miles east). Not far away are Selwyns Wood.
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Prices for new roof snagging in Framfield
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
To get a price for new roof snagging in Framfield, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. The report belongs with them.
Framfield: your questions answered
Will you come out to Framfield?
Yes, Framfield is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Framfield?
Yes, Framfield is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a price.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we don’t disturb the new coverings. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden so we focus on what can be seen.
How long does new roof snagging take?
A visit normally takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
What we’re asked to look at in Framfield
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the roof space.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Poorly finished verges
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
Take an older house close to St Thomas à Becket Church: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What experience they bring
- What happens after the report arrives
- Are they insured for the work?
What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Framfield, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Checking the roof from the ground
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.