Greater London · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Clare Market
We carry out new roof snagging in Clare Market and the rest of Greater London. We survey seven days a week.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Gutters blocked by building debris
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a London area like Clare Market, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. On the day, the roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space and from the roof where it is 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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New roof snagging in Clare Market
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. If you’re worried about verge tiles or slates not secured and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, we can find out what’s behind it.
London’s housing runs from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war estates and new blocks of flats, so a property in Clare Market might be any of these. Whether the roof is old or newly laid, the problem areas depend on how and when the building went up. Slates, hidden valley gutters, parapets and flat roofs over back additions all need checking in their own way.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Clare Market (WC2H, W1D, WC2B)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Clare Market
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Clare Market?
Usually it’s manageable with a little notice. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Is my home in Clare Market listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when booking.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Is Clare Market in your area?
Yes, we do. We carry out new roof snagging in Clare Market, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Clare Market homes and their roofs
Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. From the street you may see only a parapet, with a butterfly roof and a valley gutter behind it draining to the back. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Historic houses such as Dr Johnson's House, about 0.4 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Clare Market goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
For a London address like Clare Market, it is useful to know about controlled parking before the day, along with any off-street space. For an older house near a landmark such as Enon Chapel, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. Landlords with a home close to London Charing Cross station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Clare Market is about 1 mile south of St Pancras, in Greater London. Anywhere in Clare Market, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. We cover towns and villages across Greater London.
We cover every part of WC2H, W1D and WC2B for new roof snagging and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Drury Lane, New Square and Old Square and the roads around them. With the A4 and A301 close by, Clare Market is easy for us to reach for new roof snagging. Close by, we survey roofs in Aldwych (1 mile south), Temple Bar (1 mile east), Covent Garden (1 mile south-west), Temple (1 mile south-east) and Seven Dials (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west), Stockwell (3 miles south) and Orpington (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Clare Market
In Clare Market, that means homes and buildings near Lincoln's Inn Fields, London Nautical School and LSE Shaw Library. You will also find Ye Old White Horse pub (less than half a mile north) and Mercers' School (under half a mile north-east). The closest station to Clare Market is London Charing Cross station, roughly 0.6 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include St Philip's Hospital (less than half a mile north-west) and Montfichet's Tower (0.7 miles east). Open spaces near Clare Market include Ludgate Hill and St. James's Park Lake.
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Diary the defects period end date
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Clare Market
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
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What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Legal advice on your contract
- Details hidden from sight
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Different roofs, different checks
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks, so we check them closely.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong, so we check them carefully.