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New roof snagging in Chilworth, Southampton
New roof snagging in Chilworth from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Untidy or loose verge details
Surveys for landlords and agents in Chilworth
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photos.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
New roof snagging in Chilworth: what you get
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the new roof and around it. You get a written report with photographs that you can pass to your roofer. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We survey new flat roofs, flashings and valleys and ridges and verges, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are damage to other parts of the building and untidy or loose verge details.
Some older homes in villages like Chilworth are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Chilworth (SO16)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Underlay and ventilation
The underlay should be dressed into the gutter at the eaves so water drains away. We check it where it is visible.
When you need someone else
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
- What’s under the new coverings
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Chilworth
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Chilworth needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- 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 we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
Towns and villages near Chilworth
Also in Chilworth
Useful tips for Chilworth property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. If there’s a dispute, it’s between you and your roofer or builder; we report on what we see.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
Local roofs and buyers in Chilworth
Chilworth lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, so exposed details get a close look whether you are buying or signing off new work. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Historic houses such as South Stoneham House, about 2 miles south-east, show how far back building around Chilworth goes. If you’re buying an older home nearby, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Denys, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Chilworth is about 2 miles south-west of Chandler's Ford, in Southampton. We carry out new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Chilworth. Across Southampton, we cover Chilworth.
Surveys in SO16 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Heatherlands Road, Roman Road and Pinelands Road. Other places close to Chilworth include Chilworth Old Village (1 mile north-west), Bassett (1 mile south), Lordswood (1 mile south-west), Highfield (2 miles south) and North Baddesley (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Southampton (3 miles south), Shirley (3 miles south), Regents Park (3 miles south-west), Townhill Park (3 miles south-east), Midanbury (3 miles south-east) and Thornhill (4 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Chilworth
In Chilworth, that means homes and buildings near Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton and Lakeside Country Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Swaythling station, about 1.9 miles south-east. A little further out are Eastleigh Museum (2.5 miles east) and Marlands Shopping Centre (3.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Flexford Nature Reserve.
Common roof problems in Chilworth
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Poorly finished verges
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
For landlords with property near Swaythling station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before you book anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
FAQs for Chilworth
Is Chilworth within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Chilworth is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.