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New roof snagging in High Cross, East Sussex
A careful look at the new roof at your property in High Cross, with photographs and a written report.
- Poorly finished verges
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
New roof snagging in High Cross: what you get
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photos. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. We survey replacement roofs, ridges and verges and new flat roofs, and people most often book us about tiles or slates sitting out of line and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
For a small place like High Cross, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Where we can’t see part of the new roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- High Cross (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. For a village or hamlet like High Cross, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof 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.
- 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.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Tell us about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
High Cross homes and their roofs
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. About 4.9 miles east lies Wadhurst Castle, a reminder of how long the area around High Cross has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Denys, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
High Cross is about 3 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in High Cross, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Crawley.
We work across TN6 for new roof snagging. Main roads around High Cross include the B2101. If you’re just outside High Cross, we cover Argos Hill (1 mile east), Rotherfield (1 mile north-west), Town Row (1 mile north), Woolbridge (1 mile south) and Wellbrook (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (12 miles south), Crowborough (3 miles west), Uckfield (7 miles south-west), Polegate (15 miles south) and South Malling (14 miles south-west).
Around High Cross
We work in homes and buildings around The King's Arms Public House. High Cross’s nearest station is Crowborough station, roughly 1.8 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.1 miles west). Not far away are Crowborough Country Park.
When to book a survey in High Cross
Most homeowners can’t get a good look at their new roof. Without an independent check, you are relying on what can be seen from the ground before you pay.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
For landlords with property near Crowborough station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What experience they bring
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their insurance cover
What happens if roof problems are left?
Some faults only show when water gets in. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. Outbuildings and barns around High Cross are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book us in High Cross
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Your questions about new roof snagging in High Cross
Do you cover smaller places like High Cross?
Yes, High Cross is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you cover High Cross?
Yes, High Cross is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in High Cross as anywhere else.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like 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 is disturbed.
How much is new roof snagging?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
How we price new roof snagging
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The property’s address and postcode
- When you need the report by
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
At the eaves, the underlay should run into the gutter to carry water off. We check it where it can be seen.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks and are looked at closely.