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New roof snagging in Hurst Green, East Sussex
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags around Hurst Green, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a hamlet or village like Hurst Green, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
How new roof snagging works in Hurst Green
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings where the work is most fiddly. We inspect as far as can safely be seen and photograph each snag. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We survey replacement roofs, ridges and verges and flashings and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are underlay not dressed into the gutter and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed.
Some older homes in villages like Hurst Green are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Hurst Green (TN19)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
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Why get it checked now?
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps things factual. In a small place like Hurst Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why us?
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Buying a home or a new roof in Hurst Green
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. The wider area around Hurst Green has a long history of building, with Bateman's about 4.4 miles south-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you let a flat or house near Etchingham station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Hurst Green is about 11 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Hurst Green, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Hurst Green is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN19 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Station Road, London Road and Great Oak or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Hurst Green, we cover Cooper's Corner (1 mile north), Burgh Hill (1 mile west), Silver Hill (1 mile south-east), Etchingham (2 miles south-west) and Flimwell (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Hastings (11 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), Crowborough (13 miles west), St Leonards (12 miles south) and Hastings Old Town (12 miles south-east).
What’s near Hurst Green
In Hurst Green, that means homes and buildings near Robertsbridge Community College and The Old Bull Inn. The closest station to Hurst Green is Etchingham station, roughly 1.3 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Ticehurst House Hospital (3.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
Prices for new roof snagging in Hurst Green
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Useful tips for Hurst Green property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Book snagging before the final payment
The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them, and our part is to report what we see.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
Common questions in Hurst Green
Do you cover smaller places like Hurst Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hurst Green?
Yes, Hurst Green is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The loft space is checked where there’s safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Common roof problems in Hurst Green
Most householders cannot get a good look at their new roof. From the pavement, many faults are invisible and you may be asked to pay anyway.
We are often asked to look at:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
The streets around a church such as Holy Trinity are often 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.
Before you book anyone
- What experience they bring
- What exactly goes into their report
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA