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New roof snagging in Hassocks, West Sussex
Independent new roof snagging in Hassocks. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
From the loft, we check the underlay and look for condensation.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, so the laying matters. Cracked, slipped or uneven slates are noted.
New roof snagging in Hassocks
The best time for snagging is before the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That gives you time to raise any snags. You get a written list of snags with photographs, ready to pass on before the deadline. If you’ve noticed missing or blocked roof ventilation and underlay at the eaves left exposed, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a smaller place like Hassocks, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. 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 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
- Hassocks (BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Hassocks
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the loft space.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Gutters blocked by building debris
For landlords with property near Hassocks station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- When you will get the report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Are they insured for the work?
What affects the price in Hassocks
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
You receive a photo-illustrated written report of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. A visit to Hassocks is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a report with photographs of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Common questions in Hassocks
Is Hassocks in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Hassocks is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Hassocks within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Also near Hassocks
Also in Hassocks
Buying a home or a new roof in Hassocks
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Francis of Assisi, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Hassocks is about 2 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging in Hassocks for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Hassocks is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for new roof snagging. You can also see our page for Brighton.
All of BN6 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer new roof snagging to properties on London Road, Semley Road and Farm Close and the roads around them. Other places close to Hassocks include Keymer (1 mile east), Hurst Wickham (1 mile north-west), Clayton (1 mile south), Hurstpierpoint (1 mile north-west) and Ditchling (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (13 miles north), Horsham (12 miles north-west), Worthing (13 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north-east), East Grinstead (15 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles south-west).
What’s near Hassocks
In Hassocks, that means homes and buildings near Downlands Community School and The Hassocks pub and the streets around them. Hassocks has its own railway station: Hassocks station. Other landmarks nearby include The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (under half a mile south-west) and Clayton Castle (1.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Wolstonbury Hill.