Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Kemptown
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in Kemptown and across Brighton and Hove.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Kemptown. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Landlords and agents in Kemptown book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photographs.
About our new roof snagging in Kemptown
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice, while the roofer is still on hand. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That leaves time to raise what we find. You get a written list of snags with photographs, ready to pass on before the deadline. If you’re worried about broken coverings left on a new roof and underlay ending short at the eaves, we can find out what’s behind it.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Kemptown, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Low roofs are easier to see from the ground, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Kemptown. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Kemptown (BN2)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Kemptown
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What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Kemptown
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
Your questions about new roof snagging in Kemptown
How do I find out if my home in Kemptown is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is the coastal weather around Kemptown hard on roofs?
Frequently, yes. Kemptown is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, we report on the roof and do not take sides. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings, but we check everything we can see safely.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Prices for new roof snagging in Kemptown
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Roof by roof
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Kemptown
Small faults on a new roof can grow. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through during the first winter. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Kemptown, so it is useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. A survey gives you that notice.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Package prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Kemptown homes and their roofs
Kemptown lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
For landlords with property near Brighton station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. If you live in an older home near St George's Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. With Royal Pavilion about 1 mile west, the area around Kemptown has a long history. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
Kemptown is about 1 mile south-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Bookings from Kemptown are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Brighton and Hove, large and small.
New roof snagging in BN2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Abbey Road, Manor Road and Eastern Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Whitehawk (1 mile north-east), Carlton Hill (1 mile north-west), Hanover (1 mile north-west), Brighton (1 mile north-west) and West Hill (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Brighton and Hove (3 miles north-west), Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (3 miles west), Withdean (3 miles north-west), Hangleton (4 miles north-west) and Patcham (4 miles north-west). As one of the bigger places in Brighton and Hove, Kemptown has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Local landmarks in Kemptown
Typical jobs here are in homes near St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, Queen's Park and Saint George's Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Brighton station, roughly 1.3 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Brighton Motor Museum (under half a mile south-west) and Churchill Square (1.4 miles west). The countryside around Kemptown includes Newmarket Hill and Whitehawk Hill.
What we do, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. A visit to a smaller place like Kemptown is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.