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New roof snagging in Westergate, West Sussex
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags around Westergate, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Poorly finished verges
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
DIY checks: what’s safe
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
New roof snagging in Westergate: what you get
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible, and we check the gutters too. You get a photo report of what we found. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. If you are worried about damage to other parts of the building and signs of condensation in the roof space, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Westergate, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Westergate. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Westergate (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
It is easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. After the final payment it can be harder to get them back. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. In an older home around Westergate, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the exact price before you book.
What you get with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Over 20 years’ experience
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
When you need someone else
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Westergate
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
Places near Westergate
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Westergate: your questions answered
Is Westergate within the area you cover?
Yes, Westergate is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Westergate?
Often, yes. Westergate is within about 4 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We’ll give you an idea as you book.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Tips that help
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
You receive a written report with photos of each snag and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. For a survey in Westergate, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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New roof snagging around Westergate
Westergate lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Historic houses such as Goodwood House, about 4 miles north-west, show how far back building around Westergate goes. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area. Landlords with a home close to Barnham station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Westergate is about 3 miles north of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We visit Westergate as part of our work across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Our West Sussex coverage includes Westergate. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Every address in PO20 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Oaks Close, Westergate Street and Rosvara Avenue, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Westergate: Nyton (1 mile north-west), Eastergate (1 mile east), Aldingbourne (1 mile west), Norton (1 mile north-west) and West Barnham (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (12 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south), Chichester (5 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east) and Lancing (15 miles east).
Around Westergate
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ormiston Six Villages Academy and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Barnham station, about 1.3 miles east. A little further out are Tote Copse Castle (1 mile west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.1 miles south).