Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Broughton, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the new roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out new roof snagging in Broughton, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How new roof snagging works in Broughton
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the roof space for condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it’s worth raising early. We record what we see. We survey new flat roofs, ridges and verges and flashings and valleys, and common reasons people get in touch are poorly finished verges and gutters blocked by building debris.
Somewhere as small as Broughton, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
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
- Broughton (SO20)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Broughton questions
Is Broughton within the area you cover?
Yes, Broughton is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Broughton?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Broughton as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Do you look in the loft space?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
How do I book a survey in Broughton?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
New roof snagging around Broughton
Historic houses like Mottisfont Abbey, about 3.9 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Broughton goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary the Virgin: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Broughton is about 8 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. In Broughton, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Broughton is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for new roof snagging. You can also see our page for Southampton.
All of SO20 is within our area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on High Street, Greyhound Mews and Plough Gardens or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Broughton: Houghton (2 miles east), Horsebridge (3 miles south-east), Mottisfont (4 miles south), Stonymarsh (4 miles south-east) and Lockerley (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (11 miles east), Eastleigh (13 miles south-east), Andover (9 miles north-east), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-east) and Romsey (8 miles south-east).
Near you in Broughton
Around Broughton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Tally Ho Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, about 4.3 miles south of the centre.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Offcuts left in a gutter can block it that soak walls. Spotting it now saves chasing damp later. For an older or listed building in a place like Broughton, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Useful tips for Broughton property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
You receive a photo-illustrated written report of each snag and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
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Signs you need new roof snagging in Broughton
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in sooner rather than later.
Common reasons to book include:
- Poorly finished verges
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
Landlords with a home close to Mottisfont & Dunbridge station may find that it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What insurance they carry
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What we do, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Broughton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking before the day
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Advice
What affects the price in Broughton
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.