West Sussex · London and the South East
Wineham New Roof Snagging
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Wineham from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Untidy or loose verge details
New roof snagging in Wineham
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, so it is worth raising early. We record what we see. If you’ve noticed underlay at the eaves left exposed and signs of condensation in the roof space, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers alike.
For a small place like Wineham, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Where
- Wineham (BN5)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need new roof snagging in Wineham
Most homeowners can’t get a good look at their new roof. From the pavement, many faults are invisible before you pay.
Problems we come across often include:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Peter, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
What to check before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Wineham can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
To get a price for new roof snagging in Wineham, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Wineham: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Wineham?
Yes. Wineham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is my home in Wineham listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Height and safe access
- Which survey package you book
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- What kind of property and roof it is
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Wineham homes and their roofs
About 4.9 miles north-east lies Ockenden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Wineham has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
Wineham is about 5 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Wineham and the rest of West Sussex. Wineham is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Here we cover the BN5 postcode area for new roof snagging. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Kent Street (1 mile north-west), Twineham Green (1 mile east), Twineham (1 mile east), Cowfold (2 miles north-west) and Crosspost (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles north), Horsham (7 miles north-west), Worthing (12 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles east), Burgess Hill (5 miles east) and East Grinstead (15 miles north-east).
Near you in Wineham
Nearby you will also find The Dene Hospital (3.3 miles east). For a walk, there’s Woods Mill.
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
Verge details can be rushed and get a close look.
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. We note anything left behind.
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Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes