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Iford New Roof Snagging
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Iford? We carry out new roof snagging in Iford and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
How new roof snagging works in Iford
Roof work often leaves debris behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs, and for damage to other parts of the building. Each item is photographed. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. If you’ve noticed debris left in gutters or valleys and broken coverings left on a new roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Being in a small place like Iford makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on any day of the week.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Iford (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for new roof snagging in Iford
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
What else we do in Iford
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Iford can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
For a price for new roof snagging in Iford, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
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Iford homes and their roofs
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Iford, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Pancras Church (Kingston near Lewes), older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them. If you let a flat or house near Lewes station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. Monk's House lies about 1.4 miles south-east, so building around Iford goes back a long way. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Iford is about 2 miles south of Lewes, in East Sussex. In Iford, as across East Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages.
We cover every part of the BN7 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Iford: Kingston near Lewes (1 mile north-west), Northease (1 mile south-east), Rodmell (1 mile south-east), Southover (2 miles north-east) and Lewes (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (14 miles east), Seaford (7 miles south-east), Hailsham (12 miles east), Uckfield (10 miles north-east), Newhaven (5 miles south-east) and Peacehaven (4 miles south).
Near you in Iford
Around Iford, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Juggs Arms Public House, Priory School and Railway Land, among other places. The nearest railway station is Lewes station, roughly 1.7 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Lewes Castle (1.7 miles north-east) and Brighton And Hove Albion Football Club Museum (3.3 miles west). For a walk, there’s Offham Hill and Southerham Farm.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Small faults on a new roof can grow. Loose details can let water through during the first winter. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Iford, driving rain gets into any weakness, 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’d like to know.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- A written report with photos
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents and landlords in Iford book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photos.
Common questions in Iford
How do I find out if my home in Iford is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Iford?
Yes, Iford is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. The report lists snags with photographs to raise with the builder.
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
What new roof snagging does not cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Iford
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys