West Sussex · London and the South East
Lagness New Roof Snagging
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in Lagness and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lagness
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Landlords and letting agents in Lagness book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photos.
About our new roof snagging in Lagness
A new roof is a big spend, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the new roof and around it. The findings go into a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. If you are worried about verge tiles or slates not secured and underlay not dressed into the gutter, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Lagness are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Lagness (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Lagness
Small faults on a new roof can grow. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through during the first winter. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. In a place like Lagness, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Photographs and a written report every time
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Lagness: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Lagness hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Lagness is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Is Lagness within the area you cover?
Yes. Lagness is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
What do you check on a new roof?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
How much is new roof snagging?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Lagness homes and their roofs
Lagness lies within about 3 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
Historic houses such as Goodwood House, about 4.9 miles north, show how far back building around Lagness goes. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area. Landlords with a home close to Bognor Regis station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. The streets around a church such as Church of St Giles are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Lagness is about 2 miles west of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Lagness is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Our West Sussex coverage includes Lagness. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across PO20 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We also cover Runcton (1 mile north-west), Merston (1 mile north), North Mundham (2 miles north-west), Colworth (2 miles north-east) and Hunston (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Worthing (14 miles east), Chichester (4 miles north-west), Selsey (5 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (10 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Around Lagness
Around Lagness, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Regis School and Avisford and the streets around them. The closest station to Lagness is Bognor Regis station, about 2.5 miles east. Nearby you will also find Tote Copse Castle (2.9 miles north-east) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.5 miles south-east).
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Somewhere like Lagness needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
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 email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs frequently have snags at the verges and eaves. They get close attention.
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. Bedding, dry-fix pieces and fixings are checked where visible.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. If there is a dispute, it is between you and your roofer or builder; we report on what we see.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
Nearby places to Lagness
What else we do in Lagness
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.