East Sussex · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Lower Dicker, East Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you decide what to do next. New roof snagging in Lower Dicker.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
About our new roof snagging in Lower Dicker
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings where the work is most fiddly. We inspect as far as can be seen safely and record what we find. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We survey replacement roofs, ridges and verges and new flat roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are underlay ending short at the eaves and offcuts and broken tiles left behind.
In a village or hamlet like Lower Dicker, 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.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Lower Dicker (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lower Dicker
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Why get it checked now?
A defects or warranty period doesn’t last for ever. A snagging inspection before then leaves time to act. For an older or listed building in a place like Lower Dicker, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Local roofs and buyers in Lower Dicker
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. Horselunges Manor, about 1.2 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lower Dicker. 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 any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark like Zoar Strict Baptist Chapel, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. For landlords with property near Berwick (Sussex) station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Lower Dicker is about 2 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging in Lower Dicker for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Across East Sussex, we cover Lower Dicker. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in BN27 is within our area for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on Hackhurst Lane, Diamond Drive and Court Lodge Close or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Lower Horsebridge (1 mile east), Nash Street (1 mile north-west), Tile Hurst (1 mile south-east), Upper Dicker (1 mile south-west) and Upper Horsebridge (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles west) and Crowborough (12 miles north).
Local landmarks in Lower Dicker
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hailsham Community College and Bede's Prep School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 3.9 miles south-west. A little further out are Sussex Farm Museum (3.5 miles north) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (1.8 miles east).
How the survey changes by roof type
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are looked at.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles that don’t sit flat can let rain in. We note any that look out of place.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How big the roof is
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The property’s address and postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Towns and villages near Lower Dicker
What else we do in Lower Dicker
Your questions about new roof snagging in Lower Dicker
Will you come out to Lower Dicker?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is Lower Dicker in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How long will you be on site?
It normally takes about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. We’ll give you an idea as you book.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Lower Dicker
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
How it works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere as small as Lower Dicker, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.