West Berkshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Ashmore Green
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Ashmore Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
New roof snagging in Ashmore Green: what you get
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible, and we look at the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photographs. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. Common reasons to book are underlay ending short at the eaves and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed, on ridges and verges, loft conversions and dormers and new-build homes.
Older buildings in small places like Ashmore Green may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Ashmore Green (RG18)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What new roof snagging does not cover
A survey is a close look at the new roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- What’s under the new coverings
- Legal advice on your contract
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ashmore Green
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photographs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys from safe vantage points.
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Check before your warranty period ends
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked if your contract allows it. It keeps the job open until it is right.
What new roof snagging looks like in Ashmore Green
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Historic houses such as Shaw House, about 2 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Ashmore Green goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you let a flat or house near Newbury Racecourse station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St. Mark's Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Ashmore Green is about 2 miles north-west of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We carry out new roof snagging in Ashmore Green for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire. Reading is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: RG18. That includes homes and businesses on Ash Terrace, Ashmore Green Road and Stoney Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Cold Ash (1 mile north-east), Stone Copse (1 mile west), Benham Hill (1 mile south-west), Thatcham (2 miles south-east) and Longlane (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Newbury (3 miles south-west), Burghfield Common (9 miles east), Hungerford (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (13 miles east), Calcot (10 miles east) and Lambourn (12 miles north-west).
Near you in Ashmore Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Kennet School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Newbury Racecourse station, about 2.2 miles south-west. A little further out are West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.4 miles south-west) and Donnington Castle (2.8 miles west). The countryside around Ashmore Green includes Nature Discovery Centre.
How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Ashmore Green, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Before the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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FAQs for Ashmore Green
Is Ashmore Green within the area you cover?
Yes. Ashmore Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ashmore Green?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How much is new roof snagging?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.