Essex · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Chelmsford
New roof snagging in Chelmsford from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take about one to two hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a property in Chelmsford, it helps to know where we can park. The roof is inspected from ground level, from inside and, where it is safe, from the roof itself.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a written report with photographs of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Advice
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Chelmsford
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it is worth raising early. It all goes in the report. We survey new flat roofs, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and people most often book us about underlay not dressed into the gutter and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates.
In a place the size of Chelmsford, plenty of homes are flats, whether above shops, in converted houses or in purpose-built blocks. For a flat, the roof is normally a shared part of the building, so the lease matters. Where a roof has just been replaced, it’s worth having it checked before the work is signed off.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Chelmsford (CM1, CM2, CM3, CM4)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Chelmsford
What do I need to do before a survey in Chelmsford?
It’s useful to clear access to the loft, and to let us know about leaks, damp patches or recent work. Parking and access details for Chelmsford help us plan the visit.
Do you cover Chelmsford?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How do I book a survey in Chelmsford?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Prices for new roof snagging in Chelmsford
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The address and postcode of the property
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Chelmsford
Landlords and agents in Chelmsford book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
What new roof snagging looks like in Chelmsford
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. With Hylands about 2.8 miles south-west, Chelmsford sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Trinity, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. If you own a rental within reach of Chelmsford station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Chelmsford is about 30 miles north-east of London, in Essex. We carry out new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Chelmsford and the surrounding area. Across Essex, we cover Chelmsford and the places around it.
All of CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM4 is covered for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on Backnang Square, High Street and Barrack Square or a nearby road, we can survey it. Chelmsford is on the A12 and A130, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Moulsham (1 mile south-west), Patching (1 mile north-west), Widford (2 miles south-west), Broomfield (2 miles north) and Writtle (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Basildon (11 miles south), Braintree (11 miles north), Brentwood (11 miles south-west), Maldon (8 miles east), Canvey Island (15 miles south) and Billericay (8 miles south). As one of the bigger places in Essex, Chelmsford has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Local landmarks in Chelmsford
In Chelmsford, that means homes and buildings near Our Lady Immaculate Church, The Boswells School and Chelmsford College, among other places. Also close by are Chelmer Valley Riverside (0.5 miles north-west) and The Two Brewers Public House (under half a mile south-west). The closest station to Chelmsford is Chelmsford station, roughly 0.7 miles west. Nearby you will also find Priory Hospital (less than half a mile north) and Peter Edwards Museum And Library (0.8 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Newland Grove.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Diary the defects period end date
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Book snagging before the final payment
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, so a new slate roof should be laid well. Cracked, slipped or uneven slates are noted.
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. They’re recorded with photos.