East Sussex · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Ticehurst, East Sussex
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Ticehurst. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
How new roof snagging works in Ticehurst
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows including from the loft and the roof where it is safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. Typical surveys look at cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and tiles or slates sitting out of line, across flashings and valleys, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges.
In a village or hamlet like Ticehurst, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Ticehurst (TN5)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps things factual. In a place like Ticehurst, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
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?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Prices that include VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Local roofs and buyers in Ticehurst
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung 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. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Scotney Castle, about 3.2 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ticehurst. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Stonegate station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. If you live in an older home near St Mary's Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Ticehurst is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Ticehurst and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Ticehurst is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work for new roof snagging. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Surveys in TN5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on High Street, Springfields and Farthing Hill and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Ticehurst, we cover Three Leg Cross (1 mile north-west), Flimwell (2 miles east), Stonecrouch (2 miles north), Burgh Hill (3 miles south-east) and Etchingham (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), Crowborough (11 miles west), St Leonards (15 miles south-east) and Uckfield (14 miles west).
What’s near Ticehurst
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Chequers Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Ticehurst is Stonegate station, roughly 2.7 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Finchcocks Musical Museum (4 miles north) and Ticehurst House Hospital (0.6 miles west). Not far away are Bewl Water.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Around Ticehurst, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Ticehurst
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Diary the defects period end date
- File all paperwork for the new roof
You receive a written report with photos of each snag and written recommendations. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
FAQs for Ticehurst
Do you cover smaller places like Ticehurst?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is Ticehurst in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No. We do not open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What does a new roof inspection include?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. The roof space is looked at where there is safe access, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
When you need someone else
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Details hidden from sight
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs