Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Amersham New Roof Snagging
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Amersham, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
What new roof snagging looks like in Amersham
The wider area around Amersham has a long history of building, with Chenies Manor House about 3 miles east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you live in an older home near St. Michael and All Angels, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Amersham is about 7 miles north-east of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. Anywhere in Amersham, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. Amersham is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the HP6 and HP7 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Station Road, London Road West and Market Square or anywhere close by, we can help. Amersham sits on or near the A355 and A404. Other places close to Amersham include Amersham on the Hill (1 mile west), Chesham Bois (1 mile north), Waterside (1 mile north), Coleshill (2 miles south-west) and Hyde Heath (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Aylesbury (13 miles north-west), High Wycombe (7 miles south-west), Chesham (3 miles north), Marlow (10 miles south-west), Beaconsfield (5 miles south-west) and Chalfont St Peter (5 miles south). As one of the bigger places in Buckinghamshire, Amersham has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Landmarks near Amersham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Pheasant Public House, Woodside Junior School and Dr Challoner's Grammar School. Amersham has its own railway station: Amersham station. A little further out are Amersham Hospital (1.2 miles south-west) and Amersham Fair Organ Museum (within half a mile north-east). The countryside around Amersham includes Sands Bank.
New roof snagging in Amersham
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. At the eaves we look at how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photos. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. We survey new-build homes, replacement roofs and ridges and verges, and common reasons people get in touch are loose or badly finished ridge tiles and gutters or fascias damaged during the job.
Plenty of homes in a town like Amersham have been extended over the years, often with flat roofs. Where an extension roof meets the main house is a classic place for water to get in. On a purchase or a newly finished roof in Amersham, those junctions are high on the list.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Amersham (HP6, HP7)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Amersham: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Amersham is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Amersham?
Yes, Amersham is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Amersham as anywhere else.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and record any snags. It’s worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Ideally before you make the final payment so snags can be raised while the job is still open. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We don’t open up the new roof so hidden fixings are not visible to us. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Amersham
Landlords, agents and building managers in Amersham and across Buckinghamshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Phone photos from the garden cannot show much. Our inspection looks as closely as can be done safely, including by drone where it’s applicable. Extensions and dormers on homes around Amersham often hide the first signs of trouble at their joints with the main roof. Left for a few seasons, it can spoil plaster, skirting and flooring inside.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the exact price before you book.
Why book us in Amersham
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys as far as can safely be seen.
Underlay and ventilation
From the loft, we check the underlay and look for condensation.
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a visit in Amersham, we need access to the loft, any rooms with leaks or stains, and the outside of the building. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Related advice
Do you need new roof snagging in Amersham?
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the loft space.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Gaps at new flashings
If you let a flat or house near Amersham station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Before booking anyone
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How soon the report will arrive