West Sussex · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Yapton
New roof snagging in Yapton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
New roof snagging in Yapton: what you get
We carry out new roof snagging in Yapton and across London and the South East. Time on site normally takes an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked including by drone where applicable. You then get a photo-illustrated written report. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. Common reasons to book are cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and flashings not properly dressed or fixed, across new flat roofs, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys.
Around Yapton, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs frequently have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Yapton (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. A visit to a smaller place like Yapton is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It’s useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- The roof space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- We send a written report with photographs of each snag.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What’s prompted the survey
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Yapton
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
New roof snagging in Yapton: local notes
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Yapton, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, so exposed details get a proper look whether you are buying or signing off new work. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For any home in Yapton, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right. For landlords with property near Barnham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Yapton is about 4 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We carry out new roof snagging in Yapton for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Across West Sussex, we cover Yapton and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Every address in BN18 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Church Road, Dunnock Square and Charles Square or a nearby road, we can help. You’ll find Yapton on the B2132, which makes it simple to reach. If you are just outside Yapton, we cover Bilsham (1 mile south), Barnham (1 mile north-west), Flansham (2 miles south-west), West Barnham (2 miles north-west) and Walberton (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (9 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
What’s near Yapton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St Philip Howard Catholic High School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Barnham station, about 1.5 miles north-west. A little further out are Bognor Regis Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and Arundel and District Hospital (3.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include WWT Arundel.
Yapton questions
Is Yapton within the area you cover?
Yes, Yapton is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Yapton?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Yapton is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the property.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. The report lists snags with photos for you to pass to your builder.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
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Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. Add the snagging report to it.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Yapton
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Yapton. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.