Surrey · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Abinger Hammer, Surrey
New roof snagging across Abinger Hammer, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
About our new roof snagging in Abinger Hammer
Roof work often leaves debris behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs along with any damage to other parts of the property. Each item is photographed. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain, and cracked lower roofs can leak. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. If you are worried about poorly finished verges and missing or blocked roof ventilation, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Abinger Hammer may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
The report records the new roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Abinger Hammer (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Abinger Hammer, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Before the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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New roof snagging around Abinger Hammer
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Historic houses such as Hatchlands Park, about 3.3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Abinger Hammer goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you let a flat or house near Gomshall station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Abinger Hammer is about 5 miles west of Dorking, in Surrey. Abinger Hammer gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Abinger Hammer is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work for new roof snagging. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
Surveys in RH5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Guildford Road, Hackhurst Lane and Felday Road. We also cover Gomshall (1 mile west), Hoe (1 mile south), Sutton Abinger (1 mile south), Abinger (1 mile south-east) and Shere (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (6 miles west), Woking (9 miles north-west), Camberley (15 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east) and Redhill (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Abinger Hammer
Around Abinger Hammer, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Abinger Arms and Colekitchen Down and the streets around them. The closest station to Abinger Hammer is Gomshall station, roughly 0.5 miles north-west. A little further out are St. Luke’s Hospital (5.7 miles west) and Shere Museum (1.3 miles west). Not far away are Leith Hill and Combe Bottom.
Questions from Abinger Hammer
Do you carry out roof surveys in Abinger Hammer?
Yes, Abinger Hammer is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is Abinger Hammer within the area you cover?
Yes, Abinger Hammer is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No, we report on the roof and don’t take sides. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
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.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters.
Roof by roof
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so the detailing matters. We look at the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, so a new slate roof should be laid well. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
What affects the price in Abinger Hammer
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges