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New Roof Snagging in West Lavington
New roof snagging in West Lavington from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
What new roof snagging looks like in West Lavington
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. With Cowdray House about 0.6 miles north, West Lavington sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
West Lavington is about 9 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We provide new roof snagging for homes and businesses in West Lavington and nearby. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Here we cover the GU29 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Church Road, Selham Road and Highstanding Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Midhurst (1 mile west), Cocking Causeway (1 mile south-west), Easebourne (1 mile north), Bepton Common (1 mile west) and Heyshott Green (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (13 miles south-west), Rustington (15 miles south-east) and Storrington (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in West Lavington
Typical jobs here are in homes near Midhurst Rother College, St Margaret's Convent and Crown House. Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Museum (0.6 miles north-west) and Lodsworth Castle (2.5 miles east). The countryside around West Lavington includes Levin Down and Graffham Common.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in West Lavington
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. You get a written report with photos to share with your roofer. It’s an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. If you’re worried about signs of condensation in the roof space and gutters blocked by building debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like West Lavington are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- West Lavington (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near West Lavington
Also in West Lavington
Different roofs, different checks
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks, so we check them closely.
Valleys
Lead or other valley linings should be laid and lapped neatly where they can be seen.
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and time is set aside for snags.
Your questions about new roof snagging in West Lavington
Do you cover West Lavington?
We do. The survey and report are the same in West Lavington as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Lavington?
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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What affects the price in West Lavington
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Height and safe access
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere as small as West Lavington, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Pricing the remedial work
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
Checking the roof from ground level
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.