West Sussex · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Henfield
We carry out new roof snagging in Henfield and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
New roof snagging in Henfield: what you get
A new roof is a big spend, so it is worth having it checked before the final payment. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the new roof and around it. You get a report with photographs that you can pass to your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. We survey flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and people most frequently book us about cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Henfield, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Low roofs are easier to see from ground level, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. That applies whether you’re buying in Henfield or checking a new roof there. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Henfield (BN5)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Henfield
Do you carry out roof surveys in Henfield?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Henfield is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Will you come out to Henfield?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How much is new roof snagging?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How long will you be on site?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Other services in Henfield
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded where we can see them.
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so it needs to be finished well. We look at the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
How it works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a smaller place like Henfield, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- We send a photo-illustrated written report of each snag.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What affects the price in Henfield
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
To get a price for new roof snagging in Henfield, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Useful tips for Henfield property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It is a dated record of the roof at handover.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Henfield
A defects or warranty period doesn’t last for ever. A snagging inspection before then leaves time to act. With lower homes, common in places like Henfield, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What this survey cannot tell you
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
Buying a home or a new roof in Henfield
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. If your home is older, it is 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.
Around Henfield, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in. For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter's Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Henfield is about 7 miles north of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. Roofs in Henfield get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. There is also a page for Brighton.
New roof snagging in BN5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Upper Station Road, High Street and Lower Station Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Woodmancote (2 miles south-east), Blackstone (2 miles east), Small Dole (2 miles south), Shermanbury (2 miles north) and High Cross (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (13 miles north), Horsham (9 miles north), Worthing (9 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (7 miles east) and Littlehampton (14 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Henfield
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bell Inn, among other places. A little further out are The Dene Hospital (5.4 miles north-east) and Steyning Museum (3.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Woods Mill and Truleigh Hill.