New Roof Snagging in Windsor and Maidenhead

How new roof snagging works in Windsor and Maidenhead

A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We check everything we can see safely and record what we find. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. Common reasons to book are underlay ending short at the eaves and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered, across new flat roofs, ridges and verges and new-build homes.

You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated.

1. We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
2. We check the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
3. Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
4. We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
5. The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.

What you will pay

A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.

What you get with us

• Visits on any day of the week
• Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
• Photos and a written report every time
• Clear package prices, inc. VAT

Getting a price

Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.

Local landmarks in Maidenhead

In Maidenhead, that means homes and buildings near Boyne Hill CofE Infant and Nursery School, Desborough College and Braywick Park, among other places. Also close by are All Saints' Church (under half a mile south-west), Claires Court Schools (within half a mile north) and The Windsor Castle pub (within half a mile north-west). Maidenhead’s nearest station is Maidenhead station, roughly 0.5 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are The Reitlinger Bequest Museum (1.2 miles east) and St Mark's Hospital (0.6 miles west). Open spaces near Maidenhead include Weycock Hill and Taplow Lake.

How we price new roof snagging

Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:

• Which survey package you book
• Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
• The use of thermal imaging or a drone
• Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets

Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.

What we need to know

We will usually ask about:

• Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
• When you need the report by
• The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
• Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them

Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.

Before and after the survey

A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:

• Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
• Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
• Send the snagging report to your roofer
• Note the end of any warranty or defects period

After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.

Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.