London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Portsmouth
New roof snagging in all 19 towns and villages of Portsmouth, with a written report and photos and surveys on weekdays and weekends.
Where we work in Portsmouth
What it covers: checking a new or replacement roof for snags. Find your town in the lists below for local details, or call 07833 053749 to book.
Main towns
How new roof snagging works in Portsmouth
The best time for snagging is before the final payment while the roofer can still come back easily. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That gives you time to raise any snags. Our report gives you a clear, photographed list of snags to send to your roofer in good time. We survey loft conversions and dormers, ridges and verges and replacement roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are underlay not dressed into the gutter and untidy or loose verge details.
You do not need to do much 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 between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
What you’ll pay
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why customers in Portsmouth book us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Local landmarks in Portsmouth
We work in homes and buildings around Manor Infant School, Alexandra Park and St Wilfrid. Other local landmarks include The Druids Arms (less than half a mile north-east), The Portsmouth Academy (within half a mile south-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (0.7 miles south-west). Portsmouth’s nearest station is Fratton station, roughly 0.9 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Portsmouth Hospital (0.7 miles south-west) and Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum (less than half a mile west). Not far away are Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
New roof snagging across Portsmouth: local notes
Across Portsmouth, from Southsea, Milton and Landport outwards, homes come in every age and style. Buyers and owners of new roofs alike get a report with photographs to act on.
We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Portsmouth is part of that. London and the South East have homes from every era, from period terraces to post-war new towns and new estates. In the coastal parts of Portsmouth, the seaward side of a roof takes the most weather, so ridges, verges and flashings there often need attention first.
Portsmouth: If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Wilfrid, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. If you let a flat or house near Fratton station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Diary the defects period end date
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Why act early?
Phone photos from the garden can’t show much. Our inspection looks as closely as can be done safely using a drone where applicable.
Questions to ask before you book
- When you will get the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The roof’s overall size
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Common roof problems in Portsmouth
Flashings at walls and chimneys frequently need attention. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in sooner rather than later.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
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.
Portsmouth questions
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. If that’s passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Portsmouth?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work, and you may want legal advice for that.
How long will you be on site?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We will give you an idea when you book.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How much is new roof snagging?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.