West Sussex · London and the South East
Highbrook New Roof Snagging
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Highbrook. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
Different roofs, different checks
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks and are looked at closely.
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. We note any that look out of place.
About our new roof snagging in Highbrook
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can be seen safely and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. Typical surveys look at cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and gaps at new flashings, on flashings and valleys, ridges and verges and new flat roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Highbrook, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Highbrook (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Highbrook questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Highbrook?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Highbrook?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How much is new roof snagging?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
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Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Look for new stains after a downpour
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
Prices for new roof snagging in Highbrook
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Height and safe access
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How big the roof is
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What to let us know when you get in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- When you need the report by
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Highbrook, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- 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 written report with photos of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
What we’re asked to look at in Highbrook
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters or damage lower roofs.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
Landlords with a home close to Balcombe station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Are they insured for the work?
What new roof snagging looks like in Highbrook
About 1.5 miles north lies Priest House, a reminder of how long the area around Highbrook has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper 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.
The streets around a church such as All Saints Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Highbrook is about 4 miles north-east of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. In Highbrook, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Highbrook is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the RH17 postcode area for new roof snagging. We also cover Ardingly (1 mile south-west), Little London (1 mile west), Sharpthorne (2 miles north), West Hoathly (2 miles north) and Horsted Keynes (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (7 miles north-west), Horsham (11 miles west), Haywards Heath (4 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (7 miles south-west), East Grinstead (5 miles north) and Broadfield (7 miles north-west).
What’s near Highbrook
We work in homes and buildings around The Ardingly Inn. Highbrook’s nearest station is Balcombe station, about 3.4 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Princess Royal Hospital (4.6 miles south) and Parish Museum (2.8 miles south). For a walk, there’s Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.