West Sussex · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Lumley
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Lumley from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Gaps at new flashings
- Gutters blocked by building debris
About our new roof snagging in Lumley
We carry out new roof snagging in Lumley and across London and the South East. A visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked, and by drone where it’s applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. If you’re worried about tiles or slates sitting out of line and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Being in a small place like Lumley makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Lumley (PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Lumley 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.
Before we arrive
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Height and safe access
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
- The property’s address and postcode
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates left on a new roof are a common snag. We record any we can see.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verge details can be rushed, so we look at them carefully.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
New roof snagging in Lumley: local notes
Lumley is within about 1 mile of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. The wider area around Lumley has a long history of building, with Warblington Castle about 1.6 miles west. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you live in an older home near Church of St James, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. For landlords with property near Emsworth station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Lumley is about 1 mile east of Emsworth, in West Sussex. Bookings from Lumley are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our West Sussex coverage includes Lumley and the places around it. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: PO10. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Lumley Road and Northlands Park or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Emsworth (1 mile west), Westbourne (1 mile north), Southbourne (1 mile east), Woodmancote (1 mile north-east) and Denvilles (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (12 miles east), Chichester (7 miles east), Selsey (10 miles south-east), Portfield (7 miles east), Yapton (14 miles east) and East Wittering (7 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Lumley
In Lumley, that means homes and buildings near Eames Farm, Bourne Community College and Lord Raglan P.H. Pub. Lumley has its own railway station: Emsworth station. A little further out are Warblington Castle (1.6 miles west) and Emsworth Museum (under half a mile south-west). The countryside around Lumley includes Stoke Down and Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
What we cannot see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
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Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
Common questions in Lumley
Is Lumley within the area you cover?
Yes, Lumley is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Lumley?
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.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No. We do not open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.