Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Ashton, Hampshire
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Ashton. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Poorly finished verges
New roof snagging in Ashton
We carry out new roof snagging in Ashton and across London and the South East. Time on site typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see, and by drone where it is applicable. A photo report follows. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Common reasons to book are damage to other parts of the building and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates, on flashings and valleys, loft conversions and dormers and new-build homes.
Some older homes in villages like Ashton are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Ashton (SO32)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for new roof snagging in Ashton
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Anything about access we should know
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Also in Ashton
FAQs for Ashton
Do you cover Ashton?
Yes, Ashton is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Ashton as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Ashton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ashton
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Rural addresses near Ashton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Why get it checked now?
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. In a place like Ashton, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
New roof snagging starts 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 us?
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Plain-English reports with photos
- An independent view of the roof
Ashton homes and their roofs
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. If you let a flat or house near Botley station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Ashton is about 5 miles north-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Ashton gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of SO32 is covered for new roof snagging. We also cover the places around Ashton: Upham (1 mile north-west), Bishop's Waltham (1 mile south), Durley Street (1 mile south-west), Lower Upham (1 mile west) and Wintershill (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (8 miles north-west), Gosport (12 miles south), Havant (13 miles south-east), Eastleigh (5 miles west), Fareham (8 miles south) and Horndean (10 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Ashton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Swanmore College of Technology. The nearest railway station is Botley station, roughly 4 miles south-west. A little further out are Bishop's Waltham Museum (1.1 miles south) and Moorgreen Hospital (5.3 miles south-west). The countryside around Ashton includes Beacon Hill and Bishops Waltham Branch LNR.
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Pricing the remedial work
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, so the laying matters. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded where we can see them.