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Aldborough Hatch New Roof Snagging
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Aldborough Hatch. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
Checking the roof from ground level
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
New roof snagging in Aldborough Hatch
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. It all goes in the report. If you’ve noticed poorly finished verges and gaps at new flashings, we can find out what’s behind it.
Many London homes have been converted into flats, extended at the back or given a loft conversion with a dormer. Each change adds roof details, such as flat roofs, new flashings and junctions with the original slopes. For a purchase in Aldborough Hatch, or for new roofing work there, those junctions deserve a careful look. Dormer cheeks, lead work and new flat roofs are worth checking closely, as faults there are easy to miss.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Aldborough Hatch (IG2, IG3, RM6)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Aldborough Hatch
Other services in Aldborough Hatch
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Check before your warranty period ends
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Buying a home or a new roof in Aldborough Hatch
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Historic houses like Valentines Mansion, about 1.6 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Aldborough Hatch goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. As a London address, Aldborough Hatch can be tricky for parking: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space as you book, as a space near the door cannot be promised. If you let a flat or house near Goodmayes station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Aldborough Hatch is about 2 miles north-east of Ilford, in Greater London. Roofs in Aldborough Hatch get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Greater London. We cover towns and villages across Greater London. There is also a page for London.
Surveys in IG2, IG3 and RM6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Oaks Lane, Chase Lane and Mendip Road, all of which we cover. Main roads around Aldborough Hatch include the A12. Close by, we survey roofs in Little Heath (1 mile east), Goodmayes (1 mile south), Chadwell Heath (2 miles east), Marks Gate (2 miles north-east) and Becontree Heath (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles south-west), City of Westminster (12 miles south-west), Marylebone (12 miles west), Kensington (14 miles south-west), St Pancras (10 miles west) and Shoreditch (9 miles south-west).
Near you in Aldborough Hatch
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Oaks Park High School and Fairlop Waters, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Goodmayes station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Redbridge Museum (2 miles south-west) and King George Hospital (under half a mile east). Green spaces nearby include Hollow Pond and Hainault Lodge.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Aldborough Hatch
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
FAQs for Aldborough Hatch
Do you cover Aldborough Hatch?
Yes, Aldborough Hatch is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Aldborough Hatch as anywhere else.
Is parking a problem for a survey in Aldborough Hatch?
London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway when you book. The visit is then planned around what’s available.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
What do you check on a new roof?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The loft space is looked at where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof so hidden fixings are not visible to us. We note what couldn’t be seen.
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:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Surveys in Aldborough Hatch can be booked for any day of the week. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay, and to clear a path to the loft hatch. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.