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New Roof Snagging in Birdbrook
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Birdbrook. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Gaps at new flashings
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
New roof snagging in Birdbrook: what you get
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. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We survey loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and new-build homes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and missing or blocked roof ventilation.
In a village or hamlet like Birdbrook, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are 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. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Birdbrook (CO9)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Birdbrook
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Can I check my roof myself?
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. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Birdbrook
Do you carry out roof surveys in Birdbrook?
Yes, Birdbrook is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Birdbrook as anywhere else.
Is my home in Birdbrook listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, we report on the roof and don’t take sides. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
New roof snagging in Birdbrook: local notes
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you live in an older home near Parish Church of St Augustine, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. Whatever the street in Birdbrook, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Birdbrook is in Essex. Birdbrook is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Birdbrook is one of the places in Essex we cover. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
New roof snagging in CO9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on The Street and Moat Road or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Birdbrook, we cover New England (1 mile north), Stambourne Green (2 miles south) and Craig's End (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Braintree (11 miles south), Saffron Walden (11 miles west), Halstead (9 miles south-east), Great Dunmow (13 miles south-west), Great Notley (13 miles south) and Bocking (11 miles south).
Local landmarks in Birdbrook
We work in homes and buildings around The Plough Inn and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Toppesfield Museum of The Working Horse (2.9 miles south-east) and Clare Castle (4.6 miles north-east).
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Somewhere as small as Birdbrook, 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.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a photo-illustrated written report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs often have snags at the verges and eaves. They get close attention.