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Westerton New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Westerton, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
New roof snagging in Westerton: what you get
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. Roof snags frequently show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings where the work is most fiddly. We inspect as far as can safely be seen and photograph each snag. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. Typical surveys look at verge tiles or slates not secured and debris left in gutters or valleys, on replacement roofs, flashings and valleys and new-build homes.
For a small place like Westerton, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on weekdays and at weekends.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Westerton (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Westerton
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Local roofs and buyers in Westerton
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. With Goodwood House about 0.8 miles north, Westerton sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Chichester station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Westerton is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Westerton and the rest of West Sussex. Our West Sussex coverage includes Westerton and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
We survey roofs across the PO18 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Other places close to Westerton include Strettington (1 mile east), Waterbeach (1 mile north-east), Maudlin (1 mile south), Westhampnett (1 mile south-west) and Shopwyke (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
What’s near Westerton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Chichester High School For Girls, Westbourne House School and The Coach And Horses Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Westerton is Chichester station, roughly 2.5 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Chichester Castle (2 miles south-west) and Chichester Centre (1.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Westerton include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Levin Down.
Nearby places to Westerton
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows that soak walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. For older village homes like those around Westerton, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Why book us in Westerton
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey typically takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a hamlet or village like Westerton, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a photo-illustrated written report of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
For a price for new roof snagging in Westerton, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
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Questions from Westerton
Is Westerton in the area you cover?
Yes, Westerton is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Westerton as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Westerton?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. A disagreement about the work is between you and them and our report gives you an independent record.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Common roof problems in Westerton
Roofers do not always clear every gutter and lower roof. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters and on extension roofs.
Problems we come across often include:
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gaps at new flashings
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Peter: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What you can safely check yourself
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.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.