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New Roof Snagging in Plumpton Green
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Plumpton Green. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
How new roof snagging works in Plumpton Green
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the loft space for condensation. We note what we can see. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, so it is worth raising early. It all goes in the report. Typical surveys look at gutters or fascias damaged during the job and debris left in gutters or valleys, across ridges and verges, new-build homes and flashings and valleys.
Being in a small place like Plumpton Green makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when booking. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays and at weekends.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Where
- Plumpton Green (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Poorly finished flashings often show up on new roofs. We photograph any we find.
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. They’re recorded with photos.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Somewhere like Plumpton Green needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space is checked 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.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Plumpton Green
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
FAQs for Plumpton Green
Do you cover smaller places like Plumpton Green?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you cover Plumpton Green?
Yes, Plumpton Green is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
How long will you be on site?
A visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We will give you an idea when you book.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you need new roof snagging in Plumpton Green?
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others just want an independent check before paying before signing off the job.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gaps at new flashings
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
If you let a flat or house near Plumpton station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Local roofs and buyers in Plumpton Green
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near All Saints, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Plumpton Green is about 3 miles south-east of Burgess Hill, in East Sussex. We cover Plumpton Green and the rest of East Sussex. Plumpton Green is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
New roof snagging in BN7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Station Road, West Gate and Riddens Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in East Chiltington (1 mile south-east), Streat (1 mile south-west), South Chailey (2 miles east), Ditchling Common (2 miles north-west) and Plumpton (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Seaford (13 miles south-east), Lewes (5 miles south-east), Hailsham (15 miles east), Crowborough (13 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles east) and Newhaven (11 miles south-east).
What’s near Plumpton Green
We work in homes and buildings around Chailey School and Fountain Inn. There is a railway station in Plumpton Green itself: Plumpton station. Well-known places in the area include Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (2.5 miles west) and Clayton Castle (4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Plumpton Green include Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Blackcap.