Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Andwell, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the new roof before you spend money on it. We carry out new roof snagging in Andwell, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
About our new roof snagging in Andwell
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. On a roof, snags are frequently at the edges and junctions, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can be seen safely and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. If you’ve noticed broken coverings left on a new roof and gutters blocked by building debris, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Andwell, 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. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Andwell (RG25, RG27, RG24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Andwell questions
Is my home in Andwell listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Do you cover smaller places like Andwell?
Yes, Andwell is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe and check for damage left by the job.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No, we do not disturb the new coverings. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings, but we look at everything we can see safely.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Local roofs and buyers in Andwell
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. About 4.2 miles north-west lies The Vyne, a reminder of how long the area around Andwell has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Swithun's church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Andwell is about 3 miles south-west of Hook, in Hampshire. If you are in Andwell, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Andwell is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. You can also see our page for Reading.
All of RG25, RG27 and RG24 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Greywell Road and Canal Reach and the roads around them. Other places close to Andwell include Mapledurwell (1 mile south), Water End (1 mile north-east), Old Basing (1 mile west), Lychpit (2 miles west) and Wildmoor (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Andwell
For rail, the closest station is Hook station, about 2.4 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Festival Place (3.1 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
Places near Andwell
What else we do in Andwell
Common roof problems in Andwell
Roofers don’t always clear every gutter and lower roof. Offcuts and broken pieces frequently end up in the gutters and on extension roofs.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Gutters blocked by building debris
If you let a flat or house near Hook station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Before you book anyone
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
What this survey cannot tell you
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
- Whether the roof will leak in future
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Andwell
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings around chimney stacks are a common weak point, so we look at them closely.
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles as far as can be seen.
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Around Andwell, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Check the roof before you pay in full
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.