Reading · London and the South East
Caversham New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Caversham. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Gutters blocked by building debris
About our new roof snagging in Caversham
Homeowners book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows, from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe. You then get a photo-illustrated written report to share with your roofer. Common reasons to book are verge tiles or slates not secured and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered, across flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and ridges and verges.
Most homes in a town like Caversham are houses, so the roof is usually the owner’s alone to look after. That makes the roof’s condition a simple money question: it’s better to know about it before exchange or before the final payment than afterwards. A written report with photographs gives you specific points to raise with the seller or the roofer.
Where we cannot see part of the new roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Caversham (RG4)
- Wider area
- Reading
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes an hour or two at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In Caversham, many roofs join a neighbour’s, so shared parts are looked at as far as they can be seen from your property. It is useful to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work, so time on site goes where it is needed.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- 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.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
What new roof snagging looks like in Caversham
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. The wider area around Caversham has a long history of building, with Mapledurham House about 3 miles west. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For landlords with property near Reading station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Caversham is about 2 miles north of Reading, in Reading. We cover Caversham and the rest of Reading, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Reading coverage includes Caversham and the places around it.
New roof snagging in RG4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Marshland Square, Church Road and Buckingham Gate and the roads around them. Caversham sits on or near the B3345, which makes travel easy. We also cover Emmer Green (1 mile north-east), Caversham Park Village (1 mile north-east), Lower Caversham (1 mile south), Caversham Heights (1 mile west) and Littlestead Green (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Norcot (3 miles south-west), Tilehurst Within (3 miles south-west), Shinfield (5 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (7 miles south-east), Horncastle (3 miles south-west) and Whitley Wood (4 miles south). As one of the bigger places in Reading, Caversham has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Local landmarks in Caversham
We work in homes and buildings around Chiltern Nursery Nurse Training School, The White Horse pub and Eldon Square and the streets around them. Caversham’s nearest station is Reading station, about 1.3 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.9 miles south) and Broad Street Mall (1.6 miles south). For a walk, there’s South Lake and Sonning Hill.
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong and get a proper look.
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We look at how they’re dressed, fixed and pointed.
Nearby places to Caversham
Other services in Caversham
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Check the roof before you pay in full
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. It sets clear expectations and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
Questions from Caversham
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Caversham?
Very little. Keep pets out of the way, leave side gates unlocked and have any old roof paperwork handy.
Do you cover Caversham?
Yes, Caversham is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
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 you book.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
How much is new roof snagging?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen and record any snags. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
What we’re asked to look at in Caversham
Flashings at walls and chimneys often need attention. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in sooner rather than later.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Poorly finished verges
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Grace Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How long the report takes to arrive
Prices for new roof snagging in Caversham
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The property’s address and postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.