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New roof snagging in Wilmington, East Sussex
We carry out new roof snagging in Wilmington and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Wilmington
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. Roof snags often 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. We survey replacement roofs, new-build homes and new flat roofs, and people most often book us about poorly finished verges and cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work.
In a village or hamlet like Wilmington, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Wilmington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Wilmington
Photos from the ground rarely show the detail. Our inspection looks as closely as can be done safely, including by drone where it is applicable. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Visits on any day of the week
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Wilmington, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Wilmington homes and their roofs
Wilmington lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. About 1.9 miles south-west lies Alfriston Clergy House, a reminder of how long the area around Wilmington has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near St Mary and St Peter's Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them. Landlords with a home close to Berwick (Sussex) station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Wilmington is about 4 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We visit Wilmington as part of our work across East Sussex. Our East Sussex coverage includes Wilmington. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
All of BN26 is within our area for new roof snagging. Local streets include The Street and Ades Field. Other places close to Wilmington include Milton Street (1 mile south-west), Winton (2 miles west), Arlington (2 miles north), Berwick (2 miles north-west) and Lullington (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (5 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles north-west), Hailsham (4 miles north-east) and Uckfield (11 miles north).
Near you in Wilmington
In Wilmington, that means homes and buildings near The Sussex Ox pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Agricultural Museum (less than half a mile south) and Burlough Castle (1 mile west). Open spaces near Wilmington include Combe Hill.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Wilmington
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Details hidden from sight
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
Wilmington questions
Will you come out to Wilmington?
Yes, Wilmington is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Wilmington is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We don’t open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Ideally before you make the final payment so snags can be raised while the job is still open. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
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Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- File all paperwork for the new roof
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.