West Sussex · London and the South East
Rock New Roof Snagging
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Rock. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
New roof snagging in Rock
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 including from the loft and the roof where it is safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. We survey replacement roofs, loft conversions and dormers and flashings and valleys, and people most often book us about debris left in gutters or valleys and verge tiles or slates not secured.
Somewhere as small as Rock, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Rock (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Useful tips for Rock property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Check before your warranty period ends
The report lists each snag with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
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Common roof problems in Rock
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong, especially when the weather is against them.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether the price includes VAT
FAQs for Rock
Do you cover Rock?
Yes, Rock is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Rock?
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.
How long will you be on site?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No, we report on the roof and do not take sides. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work, and you may want legal advice for that.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we report on what’s visible. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden, but we look at everything we can see safely.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Before the final payment is best so snags can be raised while the job is still open. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Local roofs and buyers in Rock
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Parham House, about 3.9 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rock. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Rock is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Rock can all book new roof snagging, with a written report and photographs every time. Across West Sussex, we cover Rock. There’s also a page for Brighton.
We work across the RH20 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Old London Road, London Road and Lamorna Close. Other places close to Rock include Washington (1 mile south), Heath Common (1 mile north-west), Sullington (1 mile west), Warminghurst (2 miles north) and Storrington (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (11 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (9 miles south-west).
Near you in Rock
Around Rock, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rydon Community College and The Frankland Arms Public House, among other places. Nearby you will also find The Storrington And District Museum (1.9 miles west). Open spaces near Rock include Chanctonbury Hill.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through in the first heavy storms. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Older cottages and farmhouses around Rock can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Rock, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Different roofs, different checks
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.