Surrey · London and the South East
Burstow New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags across Burstow, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
New roof snagging in Burstow: what you get
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, it’s worth checking before a defects or warranty period ends. That gives you time to raise any snags. You get a written list of snags with photos, ready to pass on before the deadline. We survey ridges and verges, new-build homes and new flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are tiles or slates sitting out of line and untidy or loose verge details.
Older buildings in small places like Burstow may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Burstow (RH6)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
At the eaves, the underlay should run into the gutter to carry water off. We check it where it’s visible.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Around Burstow, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
What new roof snagging looks like in Burstow
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Gatwick Airport station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Burstow is about 2 miles south-east of Horley, in Surrey. Burstow is one of many places we visit across Surrey, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Burstow is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Here we cover the RH6 postcode area for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on Church Road, Church Lane and Green Lane. Other places close to Burstow include Fernhill (1 mile west), Shipley Bridge (1 mile south-west), Keeper's Corner (1 mile east), Copthorne (1 mile south) and Tinsley Green (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Epsom (14 miles north-west), Redhill (6 miles north), Ewell (15 miles north), Reigate (6 miles north-west), Caterham (9 miles north) and Dorking (10 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Burstow
Around Burstow, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Shipley Bridge pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Gatwick Airport station, roughly 1.3 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Langley Green Hospital (3.1 miles south-west) and County Mall (3.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Burstow
Owners frequently get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others just want an independent check before paying before the job is closed.
Problems we come across often include:
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
The streets around a church such as Church of St Bartholomew are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What experience they bring
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
Landlord and commercial surveys in Burstow
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Prices for new roof snagging in Burstow
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Height and safe access
- Roof area
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
We’ll normally ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What made you get in touch
- When you need the report by
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why get it checked now?
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps things factual. In a small place like Burstow, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Burstow
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Surveys on any day of the week
- 98% of customers satisfied
- An independent look at the roof
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
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Burstow questions
How do I find out if my home in Burstow is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover Burstow?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Burstow is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
How long does new roof snagging take?
A visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best so snags can be raised while the job is still open. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.