Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Chells New Roof Snagging
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Chells. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
Signs you need new roof snagging in Chells
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
With Aston Bury about 2.4 miles south, the area around Chells has a long history. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What exactly goes into their report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their report turnaround times
How new roof snagging works in Chells
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. You then get a report with photos to share with your roofer. If you’re worried about ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed and poorly finished verges, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Chells, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
Where we can’t see part of the new roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Chells (SG2, SG1)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Places near Chells
Also in Chells
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. For a survey in Chells, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- 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.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
How we price new roof snagging
To price your survey, we look at:
- Which survey package you book
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Diary the defects period end date
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
The report lists each snag with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. It sets clear expectations and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
Chells questions
Is Chells within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Chells is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a 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.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them and our report gives you an independent record.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Local roofs and buyers in Chells
Chells is part of Stevenage, one of the post-war new towns. Homes from the post-war decades are common in the new towns, many with low-pitched roofs in concrete tiles and flat-roofed garages or porches. Whether you are buying or replacing a roof, low pitches and flat-roofed additions deserve a careful look. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
Take an older house close to St Hugh & St John: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. For landlords with property near Stevenage station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Chells is about 1 mile east of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. We provide new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Chells. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire. Milton Keynes is in our area too.
We cover every part of SG2 and SG1 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Scott Road, Eliot Road and Newton Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Chells include Stevenage (1 mile west), St Nicholas (1 mile north-west), Pin Green (1 mile west), Aston End (1 mile south-east) and Bedwell (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover St Albans (13 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (14 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (8 miles south), Harpenden (10 miles south-west), Hitchin (5 miles north-west) and Hoddesdon (13 miles south-east).
What’s near Chells
Around Chells, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Lodge Farm Primary School. The closest station to Chells is Stevenage station, about 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Lister Hospital (2.1 miles north-west) and Benington Castle (2.4 miles south-east). Not far away are Pryor's Wood.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Ridges, verges and valleys are looked at closely on new slate roofs as far as can safely be seen.
Underlay and ventilation
We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, at the underlay and ventilation.