East Sussex · London and the South East
Lower Willingdon New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Lower Willingdon and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
How new roof snagging works in Lower Willingdon
Our report records what we see with photos and plain descriptions. If there’s a disagreement about the work, it is between you and your roofer or builder. What we provide is an independent record of the roof’s condition. The report doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. We survey ridges and verges, new flat roofs and replacement roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are poorly finished verges and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Lower Willingdon, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Low roofs are easier to see from the ground, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. That applies whether you’re buying in Lower Willingdon or checking a new roof there. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
Where we can’t see part of the new roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Lower Willingdon (BN20, BN22, BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
How we price new roof snagging
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a smaller place like Lower Willingdon, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- You tell us 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 checked.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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FAQs for Lower Willingdon
Do you cover smaller places like Lower Willingdon?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Lower Willingdon?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Do you need new roof snagging in Lower Willingdon?
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
Landlords with a home close to Polegate station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How soon the report will arrive
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- File all paperwork for the new roof
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
New roof snagging in Lower Willingdon: local notes
Lower Willingdon lies within about 4 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, so exposed details get a proper look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. 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, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Wilfrid, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. With Alfriston Clergy House about 4 miles west, the area around Lower Willingdon has a long history. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Lower Willingdon is about 2 miles north-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Lower Willingdon and the rest of East Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across East Sussex, we cover Lower Willingdon. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Every address in BN20, BN22 and BN26 is covered for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on Freshwater Square, Willingdon Court and The Triangle and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Willingdon (1 mile south-east), Wannock (1 mile north-west), Polegate (1 mile north), Filching (1 mile west) and Folkington (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles east), Seaford (7 miles west), Lewes (12 miles north-west), Hailsham (4 miles north) and St Leonards (14 miles east).
Around Lower Willingdon
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Wheatsheaf Inn and Willingdon Community School. The closest station to Lower Willingdon is Polegate station, about 0.9 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Burlough Castle (3.5 miles west) and Filching Manor And Motor Museum (1.2 miles west). For a walk, there is Combe Hill.