East Sussex · London and the South East
Lions Green New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Lions Green. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
Lions Green: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lions Green?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lions Green?
Yes, Lions Green is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
It normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and record any snags. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
New roof snagging in Lions Green
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. Our report gives you a clear, photographed list of snags to send to your roofer in good time. We’re often asked to look into cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work, on loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and new flat roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Lions Green are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Lions Green (TN21)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
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 roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Rural addresses near Lions Green can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Common roof problems in Lions Green
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the roof space.
Common reasons to book include:
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of All Saints, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before booking anyone
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their report turnaround times
- What experience they bring
What we can’t see
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Pricing the remedial work
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Lions Green
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
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.
Local roofs and buyers in Lions Green
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. 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. With Horselunges Manor about 4 miles south, Lions Green sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Lions Green is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Surveys in Lions Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. There is also a page for Brighton.
Every address in TN21 is covered for new roof snagging. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Waldron (1 mile north-west), Burlow (1 mile south-east), Horam (1 mile south-east), Maynard's Green (2 miles east) and Roser's Cross (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (11 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south), Lewes (10 miles south-west), Hailsham (6 miles south) and Crowborough (8 miles north).
Near you in Lions Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Star Inn, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Tickerage Castle (3.6 miles north-west) and Sussex Farm Museum (1.2 miles east). The countryside around Lions Green includes Selwyns Wood.
Places near Lions Green
Also in Lions Green
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
You receive a written report with photos of each snag and written recommendations. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.