Hampshire · London and the South East
Abbotts Barton New Roof Snagging
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Abbotts Barton, with photos and a written report.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
Abbotts Barton questions
Do you cover Abbotts Barton?
Yes, Abbotts Barton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How do I find out if my home in Abbotts Barton is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details as you book.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
New roof snagging in Abbotts Barton
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. Typical surveys look at underlay ending short at the eaves and gutters blocked by building debris, on ridges and verges, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys.
Houses in smaller places like Abbotts Barton can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather usually shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are looked at closely. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof doesn’t stay small for long.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Abbotts Barton (SO23, SO22)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need new roof snagging in Abbotts Barton?
Roofers do not always clear every gutter and lower roof. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters and on extension roofs.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Gutters blocked by building debris
Landlords with a home close to Winchester station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Will the report include photos?
Also near Abbotts Barton
Other services in Abbotts Barton
Local roofs and buyers in Abbotts Barton
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Bartholomew's Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Abbotts Barton is about 1 mile north of Winchester, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Abbotts Barton is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Abbotts Barton is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: SO23 and SO22. We cover properties on Park Road, Nuns Road and Saxon Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Hyde (1 mile south-west), Winchester (1 mile south), Weeke (1 mile west), Highcliffe (1 mile south) and Harestock (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastleigh (7 miles south), Andover (12 miles north-west), Totton (14 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles east) and Hedge End (11 miles south).
Around Abbotts Barton
In Abbotts Barton, that means homes and buildings near Leigh House Hospital, Peter Symonds College and St. Cross Park and the streets around them. Abbotts Barton’s nearest station is Winchester station, about 0.6 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Winchester Castle (0.9 miles south-west) and St John's Rooms And Chapel (0.8 miles south). The countryside around Abbotts Barton includes Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes an hour or two for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Being in a smaller place like Abbotts Barton doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It’s useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Abbotts Barton
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
Prices for new roof snagging in Abbotts Barton
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- What’s prompted the survey
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A lot can be seen 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.