Hertfordshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Bromley, Hertfordshire
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you spend money on it. We carry out new roof snagging in Bromley, with photos and a clear written report.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
Roof by roof
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Valleys
Lead or other valley linings should be laid and lapped neatly as far as safe access allows.
New roof snagging in Bromley: what you get
We carry out new roof snagging in Bromley and across London and the South East. Time on site normally takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked including by drone where it applies. You then get a photo-illustrated written report. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. If you are worried about missing or blocked roof ventilation and cracked mortar at the ridge or hips, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on new flat roofs, new-build homes and ridges and verges alike.
Somewhere as small as Bromley, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Bromley (SG11)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Bromley, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- The loft space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Common questions in Bromley
Do you cover smaller places like Bromley?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Bromley listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How do I book a survey in Bromley?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Prices for new roof snagging in Bromley
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- What made you get in touch
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Bromley
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Diary the defects period end date
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. That’s worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
Buying a home or a new roof in Bromley
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Much Hadham Palace, about 1.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bromley. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Bishops Stortford station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Bromley is about 4 miles west of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. In Bromley, as across Hertfordshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Bromley and the places around it. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in SG11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Standon (1 mile north-west), Hadham Ford (1 mile east), Much Hadham (1 mile south-east), Puckeridge (2 miles north-west) and Hadham Cross (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (10 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (4 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (12 miles south-west), Hitchin (15 miles west), Hoddesdon (9 miles south) and Cheshunt (12 miles south).
Around Bromley
Around Bromley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Fox And Hounds pub. The nearest railway station is Bishops Stortford station, about 4.8 miles east. A little further out are Henry Moore Studios and Gardens (2.8 miles south-east) and Moated mound (2.7 miles north-east).
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What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Details hidden from sight
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Bromley
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs