East Sussex · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Old Heathfield
New roof snagging in Old Heathfield and the rest of East Sussex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Gutters blocked by building debris
What new roof snagging looks like in Old Heathfield
About 4.9 miles north-east lies Bateman's, a reminder of how long the area around Old Heathfield has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
Old Heathfield is about 7 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Old Heathfield as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
All of TN21 is covered for new roof snagging. We cover properties on School Hill and Church Street. We also cover the places around Old Heathfield: Cade Street (1 mile north), Sandy Cross (1 mile west), Heathfield (1 mile west), Broad Oak (1 mile north) and Warbleton (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (12 miles south), Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (15 miles south-west), Lewes (13 miles south-west) and Hailsham (7 miles south).
What’s near Old Heathfield
Around Old Heathfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Star Inn and Parkside Community Primary School, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Hellingly Hospital (5 miles south) and Old Castle (3.6 miles east). Open spaces near Old Heathfield include Selwyns Wood.
New roof snagging in Old Heathfield
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 photograph each snag. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We survey loft conversions and dormers, ridges and verges and new-build homes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are underlay ending short at the eaves and untidy or loose verge details.
In a village or hamlet like Old Heathfield, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
If any part of the new roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Old Heathfield (TN21)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Old Heathfield
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Old Heathfield and across East Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. We note anything left behind.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks, so we look at them closely.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older roofs in small places like Old Heathfield can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Your questions about new roof snagging in Old Heathfield
Is Old Heathfield within the area you cover?
Yes, Old Heathfield is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you cover Old Heathfield?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Old Heathfield is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
When to book a survey in Old Heathfield
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in sooner rather than later.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Poorly finished verges
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of All Saints are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Prices for new roof snagging in Old Heathfield
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How big the roof is
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- What made you get in touch
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.