West Berkshire · London and the South East
Burghfield Hill New Roof Snagging
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Burghfield Hill and across West Berkshire.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
New roof snagging in Burghfield Hill
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can safely be seen and photograph each snag. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. We survey new flat roofs, flashings and valleys and loft conversions and dormers, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose flashings at walls or chimneys and damage to other parts of the building.
In a smaller place like Burghfield Hill, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Older roofs frequently have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Burghfield Hill (RG7, RG30)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Burghfield Hill and across West Berkshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Questions from Burghfield Hill
Do you carry out roof surveys in Burghfield Hill?
Yes, Burghfield Hill is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Is my home in Burghfield Hill listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access when you book.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
How long will you be on site?
A visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Everything we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe and check for damage left by the job.
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a careful look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
Nearby places to Burghfield Hill
Also in Burghfield Hill
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Parking around Burghfield Hill is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Burghfield Hill homes and their roofs
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Historic houses like Stratfield Saye House, about 4.3 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Burghfield Hill goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Mortimer station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Burghfield Hill is about 5 miles south-west of Reading, in West Berkshire. Burghfield Hill is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Burghfield Hill is one of the places in West Berkshire where we work.
We work across the RG7 and RG30 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Ash Lane, Auclum Lane and Valley Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside Burghfield Hill, we cover Burghfield (1 mile north), Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile west), Trash Green (1 mile north), Ufton Nervet (1 mile west) and Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (12 miles west), Thatcham (9 miles west), Speenhamland (12 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles east), Calcot (3 miles north) and Shaw (11 miles west). Burghfield Hill is among the bigger towns we cover in West Berkshire.
Near you in Burghfield Hill
Around Burghfield Hill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Rising Sun pub, The Willink School and The Willink School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Mortimer station, about 2.1 miles south. A little further out are Battle Hospital (4.7 miles north-east) and Thames Valley Police Museum (1.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
Common roof problems in Burghfield Hill
Many people book because something does not look right. Others just want an independent check before paying before signing off the job.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Gaps at new flashings
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How long the report takes to arrive
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are checked.
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.