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New roof snagging in Capel, Surrey
New roof snagging around Capel, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
How new roof snagging works in Capel
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen, and we look at the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photographs. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. If you’ve noticed broken coverings left on a new roof and debris left in gutters or valleys, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Capel, 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. 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.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Capel (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Details hidden from sight
- What’s under the new coverings
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
FAQs for Capel
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Capel?
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.
Is Capel within the area you cover?
Yes, Capel is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
When should I book new roof snagging?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
What do you check on a new roof?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the new roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Capel needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photographs.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Also in Capel
What we are asked to look at in Capel
A roof is hard for most owners to see properly. From the pavement, many faults are invisible and you may be asked to pay anyway.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
For landlords with property near Ockley station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Questions to ask before you book
- How soon the report will arrive
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
What new roof snagging looks like in Capel
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St John the Baptist, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Capel is about 5 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. Capel is one of many places we visit across Surrey, for homes and businesses alike. Capel is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
We cover every part of RH5 for new roof snagging. Local streets include The Street, Laundry Way and Bakers Way, all of which we cover. Other places close to Capel include Ockley (2 miles west), Beare Green (2 miles north), Paynes Green (2 miles south-west), Kingsfold (2 miles south) and Holmwood Corner (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (13 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north), Horley (7 miles east), Redhill (9 miles north-east), Ewell (14 miles north) and Reigate (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Capel
The nearest railway station is Ockley station, about 0.6 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Horsham Hospital (5.6 miles south). The countryside around Capel includes Leith Hill and Warnham LNR.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles as far as can be seen.
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. Bedding, dry-fix pieces and fixings are checked where visible.
Tips that help
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Look for new stains after a downpour
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. If there is a dispute, it is between you and your roofer or builder, and our part is to report what we see.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. The report belongs with them.