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Selsfield Common New Roof Snagging
Know where you stand with the new roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out new roof snagging in Selsfield Common.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Look for new stains after a downpour
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. If there’s a dispute, it’s between you and your roofer or builder; we report on what we see.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
New roof snagging in Selsfield Common
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them and look in the roof space for condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, so it’s worth raising early. We record what we see. We survey flashings and valleys, new-build homes and ridges and verges, and people most often book us about cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and gutters blocked by building debris.
In a village or hamlet like Selsfield Common, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. 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. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Selsfield Common (RH19)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Cottages and farmhouses around Selsfield Common frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Book a survey
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Selsfield Common questions
How do I find out if my home in Selsfield Common is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is Selsfield Common in the area you cover?
Yes, Selsfield Common is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Selsfield Common as anywhere else.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and record any snags. It’s worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Local roofs and buyers in Selsfield Common
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Historic houses like Gravetye Manor, about 0.8 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Selsfield Common goes. 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.
Landlords with a home close to East Grinstead station may find that it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. The streets around a church such as Church of St Leonard are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Selsfield Common is about 4 miles south-west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging in Selsfield Common for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Across West Sussex, we cover Selsfield Common and the places around it.
We work across RH19 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. With the B2028 close by, Selsfield Common is simple for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in West Hoathly (1 mile south-east), Sharpthorne (2 miles south-east), Little London (2 miles south), Highbrook (3 miles south) and Ardingly (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Crawley (5 miles west), Horsham (11 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles north-east) and Broadfield (6 miles west).
Local landmarks in Selsfield Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Crown Public House and the streets around them. Selsfield Common’s nearest station is East Grinstead station, about 3.5 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Queen Victoria Hospital (4.5 miles north-east) and Waterbury Castle (4 miles south-east). The countryside around Selsfield Common includes Hedgecourt Lake.
What affects the price in Selsfield Common
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- How the roof will perform for years to come
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.