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New roof snagging in Maudlin, West Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you spend money on it. We carry out new roof snagging in Maudlin.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
New roof snagging in Maudlin
Homeowners book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen, from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. You then get a report with photos to share with your roofer. We survey loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and ridges and verges, and people most frequently book us about poorly finished verges and gutters or fascias damaged during the job.
In a village or hamlet like Maudlin, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Maudlin (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
New roof snagging around Maudlin
Maudlin lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Peter, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. If you own a rental within reach of Chichester station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Maudlin is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cover Maudlin and the rest of West Sussex. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
All of PO18 is within our area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Augustus Way, Vespasian Close and Stane Street or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Westhampnett (1 mile west), Shopwyke (1 mile south), Westerton (1 mile north), Strettington (1 mile north-east) and Waterbeach (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
Near you in Maudlin
In Maudlin, that means homes and buildings near Chichester High School For Girls, The Coach And Horses Public House and Westbourne House School. The closest station to Maudlin is Chichester station, roughly 2.1 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and The Chichester City Museum (1.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Maudlin include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Levin Down.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Keep warranty papers safe
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
What we look for on each type of roof
Underlay and ventilation
We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, at the underlay and ventilation.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks and are looked at closely.
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What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Maudlin, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Your questions about new roof snagging in Maudlin
Do you cover smaller places like Maudlin?
Yes, Maudlin is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Maudlin is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and photograph what we find. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The loft space is checked where there is safe access, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Pricing the remedial work
- What’s under the new coverings
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
Signs you need new roof snagging in Maudlin
Flashings at walls and chimneys frequently need attention. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in sooner rather than later.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Damage to other parts of the building
Goodwood House, about 1.5 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Maudlin. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
Questions to ask before you book
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What experience they bring