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Abinger New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags around Abinger, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
Landlord and commercial surveys in Abinger
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
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 with less disruption.
New roof snagging in Abinger
Ventilation matters on a new roof. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them and look in the roof space for condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it’s worth raising early. We record what we see. We are frequently asked to look into signs of condensation in the roof space and verge tiles or slates not secured, on new-build homes, loft conversions and dormers and flashings and valleys.
Somewhere as small as Abinger, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Location
- Abinger (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Abinger
Will you come out to Abinger?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you cover Abinger?
Yes, Abinger is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No, we report on what’s visible. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden, but we look at everything we can see safely.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
Local roofs and buyers in Abinger
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. With Polesden Lacey about 3.9 miles north-east, Abinger sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Gomshall station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Abinger is about 4 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. Roofs in Abinger get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. Abinger is one of the places in Surrey where we work for new roof snagging. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of RH5 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Local streets include Raikes Lane, Sutton Lane and Abinger Lane, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Sutton Abinger (1 mile west), Abinger Hammer (1 mile north-west), Hoe (1 mile west), Gomshall (2 miles north-west) and Shere (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (8 miles west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north-east), Horley (11 miles east), Redhill (11 miles east) and Ewell (12 miles north-east).
Around Abinger
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wotton and Abinger Commons, The Abinger Hatch Public House and Hurtwood House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Gomshall station, about 1.7 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Abinger Castle (under half a mile south-east) and Mesolithic Museum (under half a mile south). For a walk, there is Leith Hill and Combe Bottom.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older rural homes like those around Abinger can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Abinger
Flashings are a common source of snags. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in sooner rather than later.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Poorly finished verges
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
If you live in an older home near Church of St James, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
What to check before booking
- What insurance they carry
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included