Surrey · London and the South East
Binscombe New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging in Binscombe, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
Honest limits
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 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
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
New roof snagging in Binscombe: what you get
The best time for snagging is before the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, it is worth checking before a defects or warranty period ends. That gives you time to raise any snags. You get a written list of snags with photographs, ready to pass on before the deadline. If you’ve noticed broken coverings left on a new roof and underlay not dressed into the gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on loft conversions and dormers, new-build homes and replacement roofs alike.
In a village or hamlet like Binscombe, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Binscombe (GU7)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Binscombe
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Binscombe?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Binscombe?
Yes, Binscombe is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Why it is worth a survey now in Binscombe
Phone photos from the garden can’t show much. Our inspection looks as closely as can be done safely using a drone where it applies. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Binscombe, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
What new roof snagging looks like in Binscombe
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. With Loseley Park about 0.7 miles north-east, Binscombe sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Farncombe 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 John the Evangelist Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Binscombe is about 3 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. We provide new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Binscombe and the surrounding area. Binscombe is one of the places in Surrey we cover for new roof snagging.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: GU7. You will find streets such as Squirrels Close, Redwing Avenue and Copse Side, and we cover them all. We also cover Compton (1 mile north-west), Hurtmore (1 mile west), Littleton (1 mile north-east), Onslow Village (2 miles north) and Shackleford (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (3 miles north-east), Woking (8 miles north), Camberley (10 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles west), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east) and Dorking (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Binscombe
Around Binscombe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Withies Inn, Farncombe Wood and Broadwater School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Farncombe station, about 0.7 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Guildford Castle (2.6 miles north-east) and Charterhouse School Museum (0.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Binscombe include Frith Hill and Lower Lake.
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. For a village or hamlet like Binscombe, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- 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.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What affects the price in Binscombe
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The size of the roof
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.