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Marden's Hill New Roof Snagging
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Marden's Hill and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
New roof snagging in Marden's Hill: what you get
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen, from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. We’re frequently asked to look into signs of condensation in the roof space and flashings not properly dressed or fixed, on flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and ridges and verges.
In a village or hamlet like Marden's Hill, 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. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Marden's Hill (TN6)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
The report lists each snag with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
Local roofs and buyers in Marden's Hill
Historic houses such as Groombridge Place, about 3.8 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Marden's Hill goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
For landlords with property near Crowborough station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Marden's Hill is about 2 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. In Marden's Hill, 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. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: TN6. Local streets include Friars Vale, St John's Road and Marden's Hill, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Friar's Gate (1 mile north-west), Chuck Hatch (2 miles west), Crowborough (2 miles south-east), Steel Cross (2 miles east) and Boarshead (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south), South Malling (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (9 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
Around Marden's Hill
Around Marden's Hill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Beacon Academy and The Half Moon Inn and the streets around them. Marden's Hill’s nearest station is Crowborough station, about 2.7 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Bolebroke Castle (3.7 miles north-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Crowborough Country Park.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Details hidden from sight
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
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How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. For a village or hamlet like Marden's Hill, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Do you need new roof snagging in Marden's Hill?
Many people book because something does not look right. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before signing off the job.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Poorly finished verges
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
For an older house near a landmark like St John's Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Your questions about new roof snagging in Marden's Hill
Is Marden's Hill within the area you cover?
Yes. Marden's Hill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Marden's Hill is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Marden's Hill?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Marden's Hill
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Why get it checked now?
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. Around Marden's Hill, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Marden's Hill
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.