Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Ashford, Hampshire
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Ashford. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
About our new roof snagging in Ashford
Our report records what we see, with photos and clear descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. What we provide is an independent record of the roof’s condition. The report doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. If you’ve noticed underlay not dressed into the gutter and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Ashford, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Ashford (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Keep warranty papers safe
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. That is worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
Places near Ashford
What else we do in Ashford
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
What we’re asked to look at in Ashford
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before signing off the job.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
In and around Ashford, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Questions to ask before booking
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How soon the report will arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
One thing that affects the price is 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
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
New roof snagging around Ashford
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Breamore House, about 3 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ashford. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Ashford is in Hampshire. We cover Ashford and the rest of Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
New roof snagging in SP6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Station Road, Rookwood Gardens and Ashford Close, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Sandleheath (1 mile west), Alderholt (2 miles south-west), Damerham (2 miles north-west), Rockbourne (3 miles north-west) and Broxhill (3 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Totton (13 miles east), Romsey (15 miles east), New Milton (14 miles south-east), Ringwood (6 miles south), Barton on Sea (14 miles south-east) and Ashley (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Ashford
In Ashford, that means homes and buildings near The Burgate School and Sixth Form and The Ship Inn, among other places. Nearby you will also find Godshill Castle Hill (2.1 miles north-east) and Fordingbridge Museum (0.7 miles east). For a walk, there is Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
Different roofs, different checks
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the roof space dry. Fitted vents are checked.
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. We note anything left behind.
Ashford questions
Is my home in Ashford listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ashford?
Yes, Ashford is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Everything we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. We look in the loft where it’s safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Ashford 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.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.