East Sussex · London and the South East
Lunsford's Cross New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Lunsford's Cross. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
Can I check my roof myself?
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Lunsford's Cross
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice, while the roofer is still on hand. If that’s passed, it’s worth checking before a defects or warranty period ends. That leaves time to raise what we find. You get a written list of snags with photos, ready to pass on before the deadline. We survey flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and people most frequently book us about tiles or slates sitting out of line and underlay not dressed into the gutter.
Somewhere as small as Lunsford's Cross, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Lunsford's Cross (TN39)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older roofs in small places like Lunsford's Cross can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Prices for new roof snagging in Lunsford's Cross
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Local roofs and buyers in Lunsford's Cross
Lunsford's Cross is within about 3 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for 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. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For any home in Lunsford's Cross, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right. For landlords with property near Collington station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Lunsford's Cross is about 2 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Lunsford's Cross and the rest of East Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Lunsford's Cross is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover for new roof snagging. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the TN39 postcode area for new roof snagging. Being close to the A269, Lunsford's Cross is easy for us to reach for new roof snagging. Close by, we survey roofs in Watermill (1 mile east), Russell's Green (1 mile west), Hooe Common (1 mile west), Ninfield (1 mile north-west) and Sidley (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (5 miles east), Hailsham (8 miles west), St Leonards (5 miles east), Polegate (9 miles west) and Hastings Old Town (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Lunsford's Cross
In Lunsford's Cross, that means homes and buildings near Highwoods and Bexhill High Academy and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Collington station, about 2.3 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Bexhill Hospital (2.1 miles south-east) and Herstmonceux Castle (4.4 miles west). The countryside around Lunsford's Cross includes Gillham Wood and Senlac Hill.
Why get it checked now?
It is easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Outbuildings and barns around Lunsford's Cross are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Lunsford's Cross
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
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FAQs for Lunsford's Cross
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Lunsford's Cross?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows.
Do you cover smaller places like Lunsford's Cross?
Yes. Lunsford's Cross is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We don’t open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you deal with my roofer if there is a problem?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.