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New Roof Snagging in Haslingbourne
New roof snagging in Haslingbourne and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
New roof snagging in Haslingbourne: what you get
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the new roof and around it. The findings go into a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We survey flashings and valleys, new flat roofs and replacement roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cracked or slipped new tiles or slates and debris left in gutters or valleys.
Somewhere as small as Haslingbourne, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report records the new roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Haslingbourne (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging in Haslingbourne: local notes
With Petworth House about 1.1 miles north-west, Haslingbourne sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
The streets around a church like Church of St Bartholomew are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. Landlords with a home close to Pulborough station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Haslingbourne is about 12 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We cover Haslingbourne and the rest of West Sussex. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Every address in GU28 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Haslingbourne, we cover Petworth (1 mile north-west), Rotherbridge (1 mile west), Hampers Green (2 miles north), Tillington (2 miles north-west) and Upperton (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (14 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Rustington (12 miles south).
What’s near Haslingbourne
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Black Horse Public House, among other places. The closest station to Haslingbourne is Pulborough station, roughly 3.8 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Coultershaw Heritage Site (0.9 miles south-west) and Coates Castle (1.8 miles south). Open spaces near Haslingbourne include The Mens and Bignor Hill.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Haslingbourne, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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What affects the cost of new roof snagging
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Diary the defects period end date
- Keep the contract and invoices together
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and time is set aside for snags.
Haslingbourne: your questions answered
Is my home in Haslingbourne listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Haslingbourne?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Haslingbourne is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If that’s passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are 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.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps as far as safe access allows.
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- A promise that the roof will not leak
- Repair costs for putting snags right
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers