West Sussex · London and the South East
West Marden New Roof Snagging
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in West Marden. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Poorly finished verges
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
About our new roof snagging in West Marden
Building work can leave a mess behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted along with any damage to other parts of the property. It is all recorded with photos. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It’s easier to raise them while the job is fresh. If you’ve noticed tiles or slates sitting out of line and missing or blocked roof ventilation, we can find out what’s behind it, on loft conversions and dormers, flashings and valleys and replacement roofs alike.
Older buildings in small places like West Marden 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, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- West Marden (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
Prices for new roof snagging in West Marden
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
West Marden questions
Will you come out to West Marden?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Marden?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work, and you may want legal advice for that.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Some faults only show when water gets in. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. Older and listed buildings around West Marden may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in West Marden
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Every finding written up with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
You receive a photo-illustrated written report of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Do not settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Around West Marden, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
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Surveys for landlords and agents in West Marden
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
New roof snagging in West Marden: local notes
The wider area around West Marden has a long history of building, with Uppark about 2.6 miles north. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For landlords with property near Rowlands Castle station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
West Marden is about 5 miles east of Horndean, in West Sussex. West Marden gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our West Sussex coverage includes West Marden. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
All of PO18 is within our area for new roof snagging. Other places close to West Marden include Forestside (1 mile south-west), Chalton (3 miles north-west), Blendworth (4 miles west), Buriton (5 miles north-west) and Nursted (5 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (13 miles south-east), Chichester (8 miles south-east), Selsey (14 miles south), Emsworth (5 miles south), Portfield (8 miles south-east) and Yapton (14 miles south-east).
Landmarks near West Marden
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Coach And Horses Public House. The nearest railway station is Rowlands Castle station, about 2.8 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Havant War Memorial Hospital (5.6 miles south-west) and Clanfield Earthwork (4.1 miles north-west). The countryside around West Marden includes Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Compton Down.