Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Borden, Hampshire
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Borden? We carry out new roof snagging in Borden and across Hampshire.
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
Signs you need new roof snagging in Borden
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the loft space.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before booking anyone
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Borden
We report on what we see with photos and plain descriptions. If there’s a disagreement about the work, it is between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. The report doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. We survey replacement roofs, loft conversions and dormers and new flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are poorly finished verges and underlay at the eaves left exposed.
Older buildings in small places like Borden may be listed or 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 is worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Borden (GU30)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Borden
What else we do in Borden
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Around Borden, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Details hidden from sight
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
Questions from Borden
Is Borden within the area you cover?
Yes, Borden is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you cover Borden?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
What do you check on a new roof?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If that’s passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, 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.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Borden homes and their roofs
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Cowdray House, about 4.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Borden. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you let a flat or house near Liss station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Borden is about 5 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Borden is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
We work across the GU30 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Close by, we survey roofs in Trotton Marsh (1 mile east), Rogate (1 mile south-west), Chithurst (1 mile south-east), Milland (2 miles north-east) and Rake (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Havant (13 miles south-west), Horndean (11 miles south-west), Alton (11 miles north-west), Waterlooville (13 miles south-west), Petersfield (5 miles west) and Purbrook (14 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Borden
The nearest railway station is Liss station, roughly 3.6 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Community Hospital (4.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Wheeler's Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
Why it is worth a survey now in Borden
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. Loose details can let water through in the first heavy storms. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Borden, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
What you get with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Surveys seven days a week
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings seal the roof to walls and chimneys. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.