East Sussex · London and the South East
Northiam New Roof Snagging
We carry out new roof snagging in Northiam and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Somewhere as small as Northiam, 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.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Northiam
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We check everything we can see safely and record what we find. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We survey flashings and valleys, loft conversions and dormers and new flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose flashings at walls or chimneys and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered.
Being in a small place like Northiam makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on weekdays and at weekends.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Northiam (TN31)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Northiam: your questions answered
Do you cover Northiam?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Northiam as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Northiam listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What do you check on a new roof?
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.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Why act early in Northiam
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Around Northiam, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent look at the roof
- PI and public liability insurance
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Northiam
Roofers don’t always clear every gutter and lower roof. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters and on extension roofs.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
In and around Northiam, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Places near Northiam
Also in Northiam
Northiam homes and their roofs
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Great Dixter, about 0.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Northiam. 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.
Northiam is about 9 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Northiam and the rest of East Sussex. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN31 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Station Road, Main Street and Elizabeth Gardens or a nearby road, we can help. Main roads around Northiam include the A268, so getting to you is simple. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Beckley (2 miles south-east), Beckley Furnace (3 miles south), Broad Oak (3 miles south), Flackley Ash (3 miles east) and Broadland Row (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Hastings (9 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-west), St Leonards (10 miles south), Hastings Old Town (10 miles south), Belmont (10 miles south) and Heathfield (15 miles west).
Around Northiam
In Northiam, that means homes and buildings near Hayes Arms Hotel. A little further out are The C.M Booth Collection (4 miles north). Open spaces near Northiam include Flatropers Wood.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or email us.
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Honest limits
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:
- Pricing the remedial work
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs