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New roof snagging in Brompton, Greater London
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Brompton and across Greater London, with plain-English findings.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
Brompton homes and their roofs
Inner London’s Victorian and Edwardian terraces often have Welsh slate roofs. Behind many of their parapets sit butterfly roofs and valley gutters that cannot be seen from the pavement. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. About 0.8 miles south lies Carlyle's House, a reminder of how long the area around Brompton has been built on. 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Simon Zelotes, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. Parking in Brompton, as in most of London, takes a little planning: let us know about parking bays, permits or a driveway when booking. Landlords with a home close to London Victoria station may find that a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Brompton is about 1 mile south of City of Westminster, in Greater London. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Brompton can all book new roof snagging. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, large and small.
Surveys in SW3, SW7 and SW1X are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on West Road, Hans Road and Eaton Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Main roads around Brompton include the A315 and A3212, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Brompton: Chelsea (1 mile south), Belgravia (1 mile north-east), South Kensington (1 mile south-west), Victoria (1 mile east) and Little Chelsea (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns like London (3 miles east), St Pancras (3 miles north-east), Shoreditch (4 miles north-east), Walthamstow (9 miles north-east), Hoxton (4 miles north-east) and Whitechapel (4 miles east).
Near you in Brompton
Around Brompton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St Thomas More RC Language College, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and Natural History Museum Library and Archives. Also close by are Shuckburgh Arms (within half a mile south-west) and Burton’s Court (0.5 miles south). The closest station to Brompton is London Victoria station, roughly 0.8 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Baynard's Castle (3 miles east) and Berkshire & Westminster Dragoons Museum (under half a mile south-east). Not far away are Greville Place nature reserve and Serpentine.
New roof snagging in Brompton
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. Roof snags frequently show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We check everything we can see safely and record what we find. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We survey ridges and verges, new-build homes and flashings and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are broken coverings left on a new roof and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed.
Many London homes have been converted into flats, extended at the back or given a loft conversion with a dormer. Each change adds roof details, like flat roofs, new flashings and junctions with the original slopes. If you’re buying a flat or house in Brompton, or have just had new roofing work done, those junctions are frequently where problems start. Dormer cheeks, lead work and new flat roofs are worth checking closely, as faults there are easy to miss.
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.
- Where
- Brompton (SW3, SW7, SW1X)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about new roof snagging in Brompton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brompton?
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 Brompton in the area you cover?
Yes, Brompton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
A visit usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. A disagreement about the work is between you and them, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Useful tips for Brompton property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Book a check well before it so snags can be raised.
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- What’s under the new coverings
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Brompton
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, so a new slate roof should be laid well. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
What happens on the day
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 will take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Surveys in Brompton can be booked for any day of the week. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- 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.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. Many older London roofs have only old felt under the slates, or no underlay at all, so a slipped slate can soon mean water inside. Left alone, that means wet timbers and plaster, which is a far bigger job than the roof fault itself.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why book us in Brompton
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.