London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Slough
From the largest town to the smallest village in Slough, we can carry out new roof snagging. Written reports with photos, and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
New roof snagging in every part of Slough
Across Slough, that means checking a new or replacement roof for snags. Find your town in the lists below for local details, or get in touch to book a survey.
Larger towns
New roof snagging across Slough: what to expect
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the loft space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. 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. We survey replacement roofs, flashings and valleys and ridges and verges, and common reasons people get in touch are verge tiles or slates not secured and cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work.
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey usually takes an hour or two at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time.
- 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.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
What you’ll pay
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
How to book
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Near you in Slough
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Herschel Grammar School, St Michael and All Angels and Westgate School and the streets around them. Nearby too are Herschel Park (1.1 miles south-east), The Godolphin Junior Academy (0.6 miles north) and The Moon and Spoon pub (0.6 miles south-east). The closest station to Slough is Slough station, about 0.7 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Upton Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Windsor Castle (2.1 miles south). Not far away are Taplow Lake and Burnham Beeches.
New roof snagging across Slough: local notes
Slough has homes of every age, old and new, and some older buildings are listed or sit in conservation areas. A roof report before exchange, or before the final payment for new work, puts the facts in front of you.
We work right across London and the South East, from the Isle of Wight to Hertfordshire, and Slough is well within that. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends.
Slough: With Windsor Castle about 2.1 miles south, the area around Slough has a long history. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Michael and All Angels, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Useful tips for Slough property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
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.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
How we price new roof snagging
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- House, block, shop or office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Honest limits
A survey is a proper look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Legal advice on your contract
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Slough questions
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and record any snags. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How do I book a survey in Slough?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll suggest the right survey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.