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New Roof Snagging in Roser's Cross
Know where you stand with the new roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out new roof snagging in Roser's Cross, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
Landlords, agents and block managers in Roser's Cross
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
New roof snagging in Roser's Cross: what you get
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, so it’s worth raising early. It all goes in the report. Typical surveys look at gaps at new flashings and missing or blocked roof ventilation, on ridges and verges, new flat roofs and new-build homes.
Older buildings in small places like Roser's Cross may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Roser's Cross (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Roser's Cross
Other services in Roser's Cross
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Roser's Cross can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check we can get to the back of the property
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Roser's Cross
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
How we price new roof snagging
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How big the roof is
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Common roof problems in Roser's Cross
Flashings at walls and chimneys frequently need attention. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in sooner rather than later.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
If you let a flat or house near Buxted station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
What to check before booking
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their insurance cover
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether VAT is added on top
New roof snagging around Roser's Cross
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. 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, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of All Saints, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Roser's Cross is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. We provide new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Roser's Cross and nearby. Across East Sussex, we cover Roser's Cross. There’s also a page for Brighton.
Surveys in TN21 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Forest Place, Warren Lane and Fir Grove Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Roser's Cross: Waldron (1 mile south), Cross in Hand (1 mile north-east), Lions Green (2 miles south), Sandy Cross (2 miles east) and Heathfield (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (13 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (7 miles south) and Crowborough (6 miles north).
Local landmarks in Roser's Cross
Typical jobs here are in homes near Passingworth Park and The Star Inn and the streets around them. Roser's Cross’s nearest station is Buxted station, about 3.7 miles north-west. A little further out are Uckfield Community Hospital (4.3 miles west) and Sussex Farm Museum (2.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Selwyns Wood.
Questions from Roser's Cross
Do you cover smaller places like Roser's Cross?
Yes. Roser's Cross is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Roser's Cross?
Yes, Roser's Cross is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
How long does new roof snagging take?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.