East Sussex · London and the South East
Hastings New Roof Snagging
We carry out new roof snagging in Hastings and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. If the property is near the centre of Hastings, let us know about car parks or permit rules nearby. Inside, the loft and any room with a stain are the places we’ll want to see. Outside, the roof is viewed from every point that’s safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- 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 photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
New roof snagging in Hastings: what you get
Homeowners book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. We survey new-build homes, new flat roofs and replacement roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters blocked by building debris and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
Buying in a busy place like Hastings can mean moving fast, and a roof is easy to overlook on a viewing. A new or replacement roof can also look neat from the pavement and still have snags at ridges, valleys or flashings. A written report before you commit gives you specific points to take back to the seller or the roofer.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Hastings (TN34, TN38, TN37, TN35)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about new roof snagging in Hastings
Is my home in Hastings listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Hastings?
It can do. Hastings is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we do not disturb the new coverings. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
When to book a survey in Hastings
Owners frequently get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others just want an independent check before paying before the job is closed.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Luke's Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before booking anyone
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Will the report include photos?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Is VAT included in the price?
What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Details hidden from sight
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
New roof snagging in Hastings: local notes
Hastings lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you own a rental within reach of St Leonards Warrior Square station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Hastings is in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Hastings, we can come and survey your property. Hastings is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work for new roof snagging. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We cover every part of the TN34, TN38, TN37 and TN35 postcode area for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on London Road, Church Road and Upper Church Road or a nearby road, we can help. Being close to the A21 and A28, Hastings is easy for us to reach for new roof snagging. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Silverhill (1 mile west), Blacklands (1 mile east), St Helen's (1 mile north-east), Hollington (1 mile north-west) and St Leonards (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (4 miles west), Hailsham (13 miles west), Polegate (14 miles west), Old Town (15 miles south-west) and Heathfield (15 miles north-west). Being one of East Sussex’s larger places, Hastings has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Near you in Hastings
In Hastings, that means homes and buildings near William Parker Sports College, University School and The Duke pub and the streets around them. Hastings’s nearest station is St Leonards Warrior Square station, about 0.9 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Conquest Hospital (1.2 miles north) and Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (1.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Hastings includes Senlac Hill and Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
Also near Hastings
Also in Hastings
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs frequently have snags at the verges and eaves. We look at them closely.
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for the job before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- How big the roof is
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.