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New roof snagging in Maplehurst, West Sussex
We carry out new roof snagging in Maplehurst and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
How new roof snagging works in Maplehurst
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen, and we look at the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photographs. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. We survey ridges and verges, loft conversions and dormers and new flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about tiles or slates sitting out of line and untidy or loose verge details.
In a village or hamlet like Maplehurst, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, 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.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Maplehurst (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Rural addresses near Maplehurst can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. Around Maplehurst, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Maplehurst
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Photographs and a written report every time
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Maplehurst
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
What new roof snagging looks like in Maplehurst
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you let a flat or house near Christs Hospital station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Andrew, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Maplehurst is about 4 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. Roofs in Maplehurst get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Crawley is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: RH13. Whether your property is on Nuthurst Road, Park Lane and Copsale Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Maplehurst, we cover Nuthurst (1 mile north), Southwater (2 miles north-west), Tower Hill (4 miles north-west), Brooks Green (4 miles west) and Horsham (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (9 miles north-east), Worthing (13 miles south), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-east), East Grinstead (15 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south).
Near you in Maplehurst
The closest station to Maplehurst is Christs Hospital station, roughly 3.8 miles north-west. A little further out are Horsham Hospital (4.3 miles north) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Knepp Wildland.
Checking the roof from ground level
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Questions from Maplehurst
Will you come out to Maplehurst?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Maplehurst?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain does not normally stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Towns and villages near Maplehurst
Other services in Maplehurst
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. They’re photographed for the report.
Underlay and ventilation
From the loft, we check the underlay and look for condensation.
Prices for new roof snagging in Maplehurst
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.