Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Charter Alley, Hampshire
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Charter Alley. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
Why get it checked now?
Small faults on a new roof can grow. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through during the first winter. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. In a small place like Charter Alley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the exact price before you book.
Why book us in Charter Alley
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Visits on any day of the week
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Charter Alley
We carry out new roof snagging in Charter Alley and across London and the South East. A visit usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Everything visible from safe vantage points is looked at, and by drone where it’s applicable. You then get a report with photos. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We are frequently asked to look into gaps at new flashings and underlay ending short at the eaves, across ridges and verges, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys.
In a village or hamlet like Charter Alley, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. 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. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Charter Alley (RG26)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Charter Alley
Do you cover smaller places like Charter Alley?
Yes, Charter Alley is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Charter Alley?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain does not typically stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
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.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and record any snags. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
Do you need new roof snagging in Charter Alley?
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.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Poorly finished verges
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
Landlords with a home close to Bramley (Hants) station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Will the report include photos?
- Are they insured for the work?
Nearby places to Charter Alley
What else we do in Charter Alley
Charter Alley homes and their roofs
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Historic houses such as The Vyne, about 2.6 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Charter Alley goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you live in an older home near Christ Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Charter Alley is about 3 miles south of Tadley, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Charter Alley, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Charter Alley is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for new roof snagging. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We cover every part of RG26 for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include Old Chapel Lane, Sand Martin Close and White Hart Lane. We also cover the places around Charter Alley: Ramsdell (1 mile west), West Heath (1 mile north-west), Pamber End (1 mile north-east), Monk Sherborne (1 mile south-east) and Salters Heath (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (4 miles south-east), Fleet (14 miles east), Alton (14 miles south-east), Yateley (14 miles east), Tadley (3 miles north) and Hook (8 miles east).
What’s near Charter Alley
The closest station to Charter Alley is Bramley (Hants) station, roughly 3.8 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Park Prewett Hospital (2.7 miles south-east) and Calleva Museum (3.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.
Tips that help
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
You receive a written report with photographs of each snag and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Book a check well before it so snags can be raised.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere as small as Charter Alley, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, 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.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.