West Sussex · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Tortington, West Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Tortington. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. That is worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Tortington
Roof work often leaves debris behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted, and for damage to other parts of the building. Each item is photographed. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. We survey flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and the problems we are asked to look at most are signs of condensation in the roof space and damage to other parts of the building.
In a village or hamlet like Tortington, 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, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Tortington (BN18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tortington homes and their roofs
Tortington lies within about 3 miles of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Historic houses like Ecclesden Manor, about 4.7 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Tortington goes. 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.
If you let a flat or house near Ford station, it’s 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 like St Mary Magdalene's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Tortington is about 3 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Tortington, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
New roof snagging in BN18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Ford Road and Gaugemaster Way. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Ford (1 mile south), Lyminster (1 mile east), Arundel (1 mile north-east), Wick (2 miles south-east) and Climping (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (6 miles south-west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (3 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Tortington
Around Tortington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Arundel Arms Public House At Ford Station and The Littlehampton Academy and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Tortington itself: Ford station. Nearby you’ll also find Arundel Castle (1.8 miles north-east) and Arundel and District Hospital (1.4 miles north). Not far away are WWT Arundel.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Rural addresses near Tortington can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Also near Tortington
More services for Tortington
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, at the underlay and ventilation.
Flashings
Poorly finished flashings often show up on new roofs. They’re recorded with photos.
Tortington questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tortington?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Tortington?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and photograph what we find. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No, we report on the roof and don’t take sides. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
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.
Why act early in Tortington
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. Older cottages and farmhouses around Tortington can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Tortington
- 20+ years’ experience
- A photo-illustrated written report
- An independent view of the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.