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New Roof Snagging in Kirdford
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags across Kirdford, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
How new roof snagging works in Kirdford
Building work can leave a mess behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted, and for damage to other parts of the building. It is all recorded with photos. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain, and cracked lower roofs can leak. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. Common reasons to book are signs of condensation in the roof space and gaps at new flashings, across flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and ridges and verges.
In a village or hamlet like Kirdford, 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. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Kirdford (RH14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Kirdford can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Book a survey
To get a price for new roof snagging in Kirdford, phone 07833 053749 or send 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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Landlords, agents and block managers in Kirdford
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, at the underlay and ventilation.
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps as far as safe access allows.
What new roof snagging looks like in Kirdford
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. With Petworth House about 4.1 miles south-west, Kirdford sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St John the Baptist: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Kirdford is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Kirdford can all book new roof snagging. Kirdford is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
We cover every part of the RH14 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Oakside, Poplar Walk and Maple Drive or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Mackerel's Common (1 mile north), Balls Cross (2 miles west), Wisborough Green (2 miles east), Plaistow (2 miles north) and Ifold (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (10 miles east), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
Landmarks near Kirdford
For rail, the closest station is Billingshurst station, about 4.7 miles east of the centre. Open spaces near Kirdford include Shillinglee Lake and The Mens.
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Kirdford: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Kirdford?
Yes, Kirdford is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Kirdford?
Yes, Kirdford is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Ideally before you make the final payment so snags can be raised while the job is still open. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we don’t disturb the new coverings. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden so we focus on what can be seen.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Why it is worth a survey now in Kirdford
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Kirdford
- PI and public liability insurance
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Surveys on any day of the week
Signs you need new roof snagging in Kirdford
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Offcuts and broken pieces often end up in the gutters and on extension roofs.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Poorly finished verges
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
Landlords with a home close to Billingshurst station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the price includes VAT
When you need someone else
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges