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New roof snagging in Heath Common, West Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Heath Common. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. Everyone then knows what to expect and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
New roof snagging in Heath Common
We carry out new roof snagging in Heath Common and across London and South East England. A visit typically takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked, and by drone where it is applicable. A photo report follows. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We survey new-build homes, ridges and verges and loft conversions and dormers, and people most often book us about ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed and flashings not properly dressed or fixed.
Being in a small place like Heath Common makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Heath Common (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Heath Common
The wider area around Heath Common has a long history of building, with Parham House about 3.1 miles west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
The streets around a church such as Church of the Holy Sepulchre are often 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 often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Heath Common is about 1 mile east of Storrington, in West Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Heath Common. Heath Common is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. There’s also a page for Brighton.
All of RH20 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets like Rock Road, Hampers Lane and Bracken Lane. We also cover Abingworth (1 mile north-west), Rock (1 mile south-east), Warminghurst (1 mile north-east), Storrington (1 mile west) and Sullington (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (9 miles south-west).
What’s near Heath Common
Around Heath Common, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rydon Community College. The closest station to Heath Common is Pulborough station, about 4.7 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (1.2 miles south-west). The countryside around Heath Common includes Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older roofs in small places like Heath Common can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- The loft space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Towns and villages near Heath Common
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What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, so a new slate roof should be laid well. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. Bedding, dry-fix pieces and fixings are checked where visible.
Heath Common: your questions answered
Is Heath Common within the area you cover?
Yes. Heath Common is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Heath Common is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours, and longer for large or complex roofs.
When should I book new roof snagging?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Common roof problems in Heath Common
Most householders can’t get a good look at their new roof. From the pavement, many faults are invisible before you pay.
Problems we come across often include:
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
If you own a rental within reach of Pulborough station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Why it is worth a survey now in Heath Common
Raising snags before the final payment is normally simpler. After the final payment it can be harder to get them back. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. In a place like Heath Common, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Photos and a written report every time
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