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New Roof Snagging in Ash Vale
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Ash Vale, with photos and a written report.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
When to book a survey in Ash Vale
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong, especially when the weather is against them.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
If you let a flat or house near Ash Vale station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What insurance they carry
New roof snagging in Ash Vale
We report on what we see, with photos and clear descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. We do not give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it does set out clearly what we found. If you’re worried about poorly finished verges and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates, we can find out what’s behind it.
Houses in smaller places like Ash Vale can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather usually shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are looked at closely. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Ash Vale (GU12, GU14)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price new roof snagging
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
New roof snagging in Ash Vale: local notes
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Wanborough Manor, about 3.6 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ash Vale. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Ash Vale is about 2 miles north-east of Aldershot, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Ash Vale can all book new roof snagging, with a written report and photographs every time. Ash Vale is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover for new roof snagging. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
All of GU12 and GU14 is covered for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Station Road East, Station Road West and Waverley Drive or anywhere close by, we can survey it. You will find Ash Vale on the B3165 and B3166, so it’s easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Ash (1 mile south), North Camp (1 mile north-west), Mytchett (2 miles north), Ash Green (2 miles south-east) and Aldershot (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles east), Woking (7 miles north-east), Camberley (5 miles north), Farnham (5 miles south-west), Egham (14 miles north-east) and Frimley (3 miles north).
Local landmarks in Ash Vale
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ramillies Park, The Swan pub and National Aerospace Library. The nearest railway station is Ash Vale station, roughly 0.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Frimley Park Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Farnham Castle (4.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Aunt's Pool and Ash Ranges.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. Loose details can let water through in the first heavy storms. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. Around Ash Vale, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why book us in Ash Vale
- An independent look at the roof
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Ash Vale
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ash Vale?
Yes, Ash Vale is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Is my home in Ash Vale listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No, we report on the roof and do not take sides. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We don’t open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
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What we do, step by step
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Ash Vale, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.