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Wiggonholt New Roof Snagging
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Wiggonholt. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
New roof snagging in Wiggonholt
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the loft space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. We record what we see. We survey ridges and verges, loft conversions and dormers and new flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about broken coverings left on a new roof and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered.
Some older homes in villages like Wiggonholt are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Wiggonholt (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Wiggonholt
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents and landlords in Wiggonholt book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It is a dated record of the roof at handover.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
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 safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older roofs in small places like Wiggonholt can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Wiggonholt questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wiggonholt?
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.
Do you cover Wiggonholt?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so it needs to be finished well. We look at the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Height and safe access
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What’s prompted the survey
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Local roofs and buyers in Wiggonholt
With Parham House about 1.5 miles south, Wiggonholt sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, 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. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Pulborough station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Wiggonholt Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Wiggonholt is about 2 miles north-west of Storrington, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Wiggonholt, we can come and survey your property. Wiggonholt is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: RH20. Other places close to Wiggonholt include Marehill (1 mile north), West Chiltington Common (1 mile east), Cootham (2 miles south-east), Nutbourne (2 miles north-east) and Broomershill (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (14 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-east).
Near you in Wiggonholt
In Wiggonholt, that means homes and buildings near Parham Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Wiggonholt is Pulborough station, about 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (2.3 miles south-east) and Amberley Castle (3.1 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.