East Sussex · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Wadhurst
New roof snagging across Wadhurst, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Homes around Wadhurst often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Wadhurst
Our snagging inspections cover Wadhurst and the rest of London and South East England. A visit typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see including by drone where it applies. You then get a written report with photographs. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Common reasons to book are flashings not properly dressed or fixed and gutters or fascias damaged during the job, across flashings and valleys, new flat roofs and replacement roofs.
Smaller places like Wadhurst often have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Low roofs are easier to see from the ground, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. That applies whether you are buying in Wadhurst or checking a new roof there. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Wadhurst (TN5)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
FAQs for Wadhurst
How do I find out if my home in Wadhurst is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is 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.
Is Wadhurst in the area you cover?
Yes, Wadhurst is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Before the final payment is best so snags can be raised while the job is still open. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How long does new roof snagging take?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so the detailing matters. We look at the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles where we can see them.
Wadhurst homes and their roofs
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. About 0.1 miles south lies Wadhurst Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Wadhurst has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. Landlords with a home close to Wadhurst station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Wadhurst is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Wadhurst across London and South East England. Across East Sussex, we cover Wadhurst and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We survey roofs across TN5 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Green Square, High Street and Old Station Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Being close to the B2099 and B2100, Wadhurst is simple for us to get to for new roof snagging. If you are just outside Wadhurst, we cover Pell Green (1 mile north-east), Best Beech Hill (1 mile west), Newbury's (1 mile north-east), Cousley Wood (2 miles north-east) and Shover's Green (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Hailsham (14 miles south), Crowborough (7 miles west), Uckfield (12 miles south-west), Heathfield (8 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (13 miles south) and Hellingly (13 miles south).
Around Wadhurst
Around Wadhurst, our work takes us to homes and buildings near White Hart pub and Uplands Community College and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Wadhurst station, roughly 1 mile north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.1 miles east) and Old Scotney Castle (3.9 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Bewl Water.
What we can’t see
A survey is a proper look at the new roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Legal advice on your contract
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- What’s under the new coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
What happens if roof problems are left?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through in the first heavy storms. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Arranging work in a smaller place like Wadhurst is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Wadhurst
- A written report with photos
- An independent view of the roof
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See our cost guide and two real surveys.