West Sussex · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Portfield
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Portfield, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
About our new roof snagging in Portfield
Building work can leave a mess behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted, and for damage to other parts of the building. It is all recorded with photos. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It’s easier to raise them while the job is fresh. We survey new-build homes, flashings and valleys and new flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about vents that weren’t fitted or are covered and poorly finished verges.
In a smaller place like Portfield, some houses face open ground, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather typically shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are checked closely. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof doesn’t stay small for long.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Portfield (PO19, PO20, PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Portfield
Is my home in Portfield listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Portfield, take more of a battering?
It can do. Portfield is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How much is new roof snagging?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. For a survey in Portfield, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
How to prepare
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Portfield
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Portfield
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in at the first heavy rain.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Untidy or loose verge details
If you own a rental within reach of Chichester station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded where we can see them.
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so it needs to be finished well. The lining and the cut coverings along it are checked.
What new roof snagging looks like in Portfield
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Portfield, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Goodwood House, about 2.5 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Portfield. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark such as St George's, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Portfield is about 1 mile east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Portfield and the surrounding area. Our West Sussex coverage includes Portfield. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
We work across the PO19, PO20 and PO18 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Kent Road, York Road and Spur Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Main roads around Portfield include the A259 and A285. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Chichester (1 mile west), Westhampnett (1 mile north-east), Shopwyke (1 mile east), Maudlin (1 mile north-east) and North Mundham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (7 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west), Rustington (11 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles north-east).
What’s near Portfield
In Portfield, that means homes and buildings near The Prebendal School, The East Gate Public House and Chichester High School For Girls. The closest station to Portfield is Chichester station, about 0.9 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Chichester City Museum (0.6 miles west) and Chichester Castle (0.6 miles west). For a walk, there is Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Stoke Down.
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What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Details hidden from sight
- Pricing the remedial work
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Portfield
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers