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New roof snagging in Magham Down, East Sussex
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in Magham Down and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gaps at new flashings
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it is not 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.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
New roof snagging in Magham Down: what you get
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the loft space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. It all goes in the report. We are often asked to look into verge tiles or slates not secured and signs of condensation in the roof space, on loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and flashings and valleys.
Some older homes in villages like Magham Down are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Magham Down (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Magham Down
What else we do in Magham Down
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys as far as can be seen safely.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verge details can be rushed and get a close look.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Phone photos from the garden can’t show much. Our inspection looks as closely as can be done safely, including by drone where it is applicable. Older cottages and farmhouses around Magham Down can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why book us in Magham Down
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Common roof problems in Magham Down
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are frequently where things go wrong, particularly when the weather is against them.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
Landlords with a home close to Polegate station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the survey will not cover
- Will the report include photos?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
What we can’t see
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Magham Down
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Magham Down, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
FAQs for Magham Down
How do I find out if my home in Magham Down is listed?
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.
Will you come out to Magham Down?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
How do I book a survey in Magham Down?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Local roofs and buyers in Magham Down
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. About 1.7 miles west lies Horselunges Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Magham Down has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently 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.
Magham Down is about 2 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. In Magham Down, as across East Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
New roof snagging in BN27 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Old Road and Nodes Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Magham Down: Hellingly (1 mile west), Upper Horsebridge (1 mile west), Hailsham (2 miles south-west), Lower Horsebridge (2 miles west) and Tile Hurst (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (12 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles east), Seaford (11 miles south-west), Lewes (12 miles west) and Crowborough (13 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Magham Down
The closest station to Magham Down is Polegate station, roughly 4.5 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Amberstone Hospital (0.5 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (2.4 miles east).