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Kingston by Sea New Roof Snagging
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Kingston by Sea, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
New roof snagging in Kingston by Sea
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows including from the loft and the roof where it is safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. Common reasons to book are signs of condensation in the roof space and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, on new-build homes, loft conversions and dormers and new flat roofs.
Around Kingston by Sea, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs frequently have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Kingston by Sea (BN42, BN43)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Legal advice on your contract
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
Places near Kingston by Sea
Also in Kingston by Sea
Surveys for landlords and agents in Kingston by Sea
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Kingston by Sea, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- 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.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
What we’re asked to look at in Kingston by Sea
Most homeowners can’t get a good look at their new roof. From the pavement, many faults are invisible before you pay.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Untidy or loose verge details
Historic houses such as Portslade Manor, about 1 mile east, show how far back building around Kingston by Sea goes. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their insurance cover
- What experience they bring
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Local roofs and buyers in Kingston by Sea
Kingston by Sea is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, so exposed details get a careful look whether you are buying or signing off new work. 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.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Michael and All Angels Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. For landlords with property near Southwick station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Kingston by Sea is about 1 mile east of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Kingston by Sea. Across West Sussex, we cover Kingston by Sea and the places around it.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: BN42 and BN43. Whether your property is on Cross Road, Roman Road and Kings Road or anywhere close by, we can help. You will find Kingston by Sea on the A270, so it’s easy for us to get to. Other places close to Kingston by Sea include Southwick (1 mile south-east), Portslade (1 mile east), Shoreham-by-Sea (1 mile west), Hangleton (2 miles east) and Old Shoreham (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (7 miles west), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (9 miles north-east), Littlehampton (13 miles west), Lancing (4 miles west) and Rustington (12 miles west).
Landmarks near Kingston by Sea
Around Kingston by Sea, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Benfield Hill, Shoreham College and The Ship Inn. Kingston by Sea’s nearest station is Southwick station, about 0.6 miles south of the centre. A little further out are British Engineerium (2.8 miles east) and Southlands Hospital (0.7 miles west). Not far away are Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
What affects the price in Kingston by Sea
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- What made you get in touch
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps things factual. In an older home around Kingston by Sea, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Kingston by Sea
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Questions from Kingston by Sea
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Kingston by Sea?
Often, yes. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Kingston by Sea is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Will you come out to Kingston by Sea?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
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. Just say which days work for you.