Essex · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Breeds, Essex
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Breeds from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
What we’re asked to look at in Breeds
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Offcuts and broken pieces often end up in the gutters and on extension roofs.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
If you own a rental within reach of Beaulieu Park station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
How new roof snagging works in Breeds
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photos. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. We survey loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and new flat roofs, and people most often book us about flashings not properly dressed or fixed and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed.
For a small place like Breeds, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
If any part of the new roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Breeds (CM3)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What this survey can’t tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Legal advice on your contract
- A promise that the roof will not leak
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
Breeds homes and their roofs
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of SS Mary and Laurence, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Breeds is about 4 miles north of Chelmsford, in Essex. We survey roofs in Breeds as part of our work across London and South East England. Breeds is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover for new roof snagging.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: CM3. Whether your property is on Cherry Garden Road, South Street and Duffries Close or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Breeds: Great Waltham (1 mile north-east), Minnow End (1 mile east), Little Waltham (1 mile east), Broomfield (1 mile south-east) and Chignall Smealy (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (4 miles south), Basildon (15 miles south), Braintree (8 miles north-east), Harlow (14 miles west), Brentwood (13 miles south-west) and Maldon (11 miles south-east).
Around Breeds
Around Breeds, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Beehive pub. The closest station to Breeds is Beaulieu Park station, roughly 3.6 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Broomfield Hospital (1.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Little Waltham Meadows.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. If there is a dispute, it’s between you and your roofer or builder; we report on what we see.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles where we can see them.
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. Bedding, dry-fix pieces and fixings are looked at where visible.
How it works
There isn’t 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 roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older roofs in small places like Breeds can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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Questions from Breeds
Is Breeds within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Breeds?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Breeds as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
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.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.