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New roof snagging in West Grinstead, West Sussex
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in West Grinstead, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Gaps at new flashings
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
How new roof snagging works in West Grinstead
Our snagging inspections cover West Grinstead and the rest of London and the South East. Time on site normally takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked, and by drone where it is applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. We survey replacement roofs, loft conversions and dormers and flashings and valleys, and people most often book us about underlay at the eaves left exposed and offcuts and broken tiles left behind.
Older buildings in small places like West Grinstead may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- West Grinstead (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in West Grinstead
Most homeowners cannot get a good look at their new roof. From the pavement, many faults are invisible and you may be asked to pay anyway.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
In and around West Grinstead, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How soon the report will arrive
- What experience they bring
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How we price new roof snagging
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. If there’s a dispute, it’s between you and your roofer or builder; we report on what we see.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
New roof snagging in West Grinstead: local notes
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as Shrine Church of Our Lady of Consolation and St Francis, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
West Grinstead is about 6 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging in West Grinstead for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. West Grinstead is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for new roof snagging. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
All of RH13 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Steyning Road, Carylls Meadow and Clothalls Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around West Grinstead: Littleworth (1 mile south-east), Partridge Green (1 mile south-east), Dial Post (2 miles south-west), Shipley (2 miles west) and Whitehall (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Crawley (11 miles north-east), Horsham (6 miles north), Worthing (11 miles south), Haywards Heath (10 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
What’s near West Grinstead
For a walk, there’s Knepp Wildland.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a small place like West Grinstead, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Common questions in West Grinstead
Is my home in West Grinstead listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to West Grinstead?
Yes, West Grinstead is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How long will you be on site?
A visit usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We’ll give you an idea as you book.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them and our report gives you an independent record.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Landlord and commercial surveys in West Grinstead
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Legal advice on your contract
- Whether the roof will leak in future
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges