West Sussex · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Slinfold, West Sussex
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Slinfold. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
How new roof snagging works in Slinfold
We report on what we see, with photographs and clear descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. We don’t give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. We survey ridges and verges, replacement roofs and new-build homes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are offcuts and broken tiles left behind and missing or blocked roof ventilation.
Being in a small place like Slinfold makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- Slinfold (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report. On timing, most surveys take an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Slinfold, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Booking a survey
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
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What affects the cost of new roof snagging
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The roof’s overall size
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What we are asked to look at in Slinfold
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Poorly finished verges
- Gaps at new flashings
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
For landlords with property near Christs Hospital station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How soon the report will arrive
Slinfold: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Slinfold?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Slinfold is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Slinfold?
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.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof so hidden fixings are not visible to us. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Buying a home or a new roof in Slinfold
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. 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. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Peter: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Slinfold is about 4 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We provide new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Slinfold and nearby. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. There’s also a page for Crawley.
New roof snagging in RH13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need new roof snagging at a property on The Street, Park Road and West Way or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Slinfold include The Haven (2 miles west), Five Oaks (2 miles south-west), Rudgwick (2 miles north-west), Bucks Green (3 miles north-west) and Tisman's Common (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (10 miles east), Horsham (4 miles east), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (14 miles south-east), Broadfield (9 miles east) and Storrington (10 miles south).
Near you in Slinfold
Typical jobs here are in homes near Farlington Strood Park and Tanbridge House School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Christs Hospital station, about 2.2 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Horsham Hospital (3.5 miles east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (2.5 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Warnham LNR.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Slinfold
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Also near Slinfold
What else we do in Slinfold
What we look for on each type of roof
Underlay and ventilation
From the loft, we check the underlay and look for condensation.
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps as far as safe access allows.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Small faults on a new roof can grow. Loose details can let water through in the first heavy storms. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. For an older or listed building in a place like Slinfold, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help