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New roof snagging in Stedham, West Sussex
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Stedham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Gutters blocked by building debris
New roof snagging in Stedham: what you get
Building work can leave a mess behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted along with any damage to other parts of the property. Each item is photographed. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them, and cracked lower roofs can leak. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. Common reasons to book are loose or badly finished ridge tiles and underlay not dressed into the gutter, across new flat roofs, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges.
Some older homes in villages like Stedham are listed or sit 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’re buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- Stedham (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs. On timing, most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Stedham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Common questions in Stedham
Is my home in Stedham listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stedham?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
What does a new roof inspection include?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it’s safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Towns and villages near Stedham
Also in Stedham
Signs you need new roof snagging in Stedham
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters and on extension roofs.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St James, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Questions to ask before you book
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How soon the report will arrive
New roof snagging around Stedham
Cowdray House, about 1.8 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stedham. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Stedham is about 7 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Stedham and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our West Sussex coverage includes Stedham and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Every address in GU29 is within our area for new roof snagging. Local streets include The Street, The Alley and Queens Street, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Iping (1 mile north-west), Woolbeding (1 mile east), Minsted (1 mile south-west), Bepton Common (1 mile south-east) and Midhurst (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Storrington (15 miles east), Billingshurst (14 miles east) and Portfield (11 miles south).
Near you in Stedham
We work in homes and buildings around Midhurst Rother College, among other places. Nearby you will also find Midhurst Museum (1.6 miles east) and Lodsworth Castle (4.5 miles east). Open spaces near Stedham include Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs often have snags at the verges and eaves. We check them closely.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Legal advice on your contract
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Stedham. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.