Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
West Blatchington New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for West Blatchington and the rest of Brighton and Hove. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Poorly finished verges
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Gutters blocked by building debris
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Homes around West Blatchington often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- 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.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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New roof snagging in West Blatchington: what you get
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions where the work is most fiddly. We check everything we can see safely and record what we find. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. If you’ve noticed loose or badly finished ridge tiles and damage to other parts of the building, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on new flat roofs, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers alike.
In a smaller place like West Blatchington, some houses face open ground, so their roofs may take more wind and driving rain. Loose ridge tiles, lifted coverings and tired flashings are the kind of things that show it. Whether you’re buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a close look. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- West Blatchington (BN3)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
West Blatchington homes and their roofs
West Blatchington lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale, so exposed details get a careful look whether you are buying or signing off new work. About 1.3 miles east lies Preston Manor & Gardens, a reminder of how long the area around West Blatchington has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter's Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. If you own a rental within reach of Aldrington station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
West Blatchington is about 1 mile north-east of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. We cover West Blatchington and the rest of Brighton and Hove, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Brighton and Hove, large and small.
All of BN3 is covered for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include Frant Road, Nevill Road and Nevill Avenue, and we cover them all. With the A2038 close by, West Blatchington is simple for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in Brighton and Hove (1 mile south-west), Hove (1 mile south), Aldrington (1 mile south-west), Westdene (1 mile north-east) and Withdean (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Carlton Hill (3 miles south-east), Hanover (3 miles south-east), Kemptown (3 miles south-east), Whitehawk (4 miles south-east), Moulsecoomb (3 miles east) and Bevendean (3 miles east).
Around West Blatchington
Around West Blatchington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Blatchington Mill School and Sixth Form College, Hove Park and The Nevill pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Aldrington station, about 0.7 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Churchill Square (2.2 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles north). For a walk, there is Thundersbarrow Hill and Ladies Mile.
West Blatchington: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around West Blatchington hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
How do I find out if my home in West Blatchington is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How long will you be on site?
It typically takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
How do I book a survey in West Blatchington?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. Surveys run seven days a week.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings, but we check everything we can see safely.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Prices for new roof snagging in West Blatchington
To price your survey, we look at:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The property’s address and postcode
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
DIY checks: what’s safe
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.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Honest limits
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- What’s under the new coverings
- A promise that the roof will not leak
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
Landlords, agents and block managers in West Blatchington
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.