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New roof snagging in Ashey, Isle of Wight
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Ashey. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Gaps at new flashings
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
New roof snagging in Ashey
A new roof is a big spend, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. The findings go into a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. We are independent of the roofer who did the job. If you are worried about missing or blocked roof ventilation and poorly finished verges, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Ashey, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. 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.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Ashey (PO33)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Rural addresses near Ashey can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
New roof snagging around Ashey
Ashey is within about 3 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Historic houses like Nunwell House, about 1.5 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Ashey goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Ashey is about 2 miles south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We carry out new roof snagging in Ashey for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Ashey. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
We work across PO33 for new roof snagging. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Adgestone (2 miles south-east), Brading (2 miles south-east), Morton (2 miles south-east), Alverstone Garden Village (2 miles south) and Yarbridge (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Newport (5 miles west), Cowes (7 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles south), Shanklin (5 miles south), Ventnor (7 miles south) and East Cowes (6 miles north-west). If you are somewhere remote, a little more planning is needed.
Local landmarks in Ashey
Ashey’s nearest station is Smallbrook Junction station, roughly 1.5 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Sandown Castle (3.3 miles south-east) and Cothey Bottom Heritage Centre (2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
Towns and villages near Ashey
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What happens if roof problems are left?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through during the first winter. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Ashey, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 98% customer satisfaction
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Ashey questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ashey?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is Ashey within the area you cover?
Yes, Ashey is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it is 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.
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.
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. Bedding, dry-fix pieces and fixings are checked where visible.
Tips that help
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Common roof problems in Ashey
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gaps at new flashings
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
If you own a rental within reach of Smallbrook Junction station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What the survey won’t cover
Honest limits
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs