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Clerkenwell New Roof Snagging
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Clerkenwell? We carry out new roof snagging in Clerkenwell and across Greater London, with plain-English findings.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
Common roof problems in Clerkenwell
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
For a London address like Clerkenwell, it is useful to know about controlled parking before the day.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Will the report include photos?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Clerkenwell
Homeowners book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely, from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe. You then get a photo-illustrated written report to share with your roofer. We’re frequently asked to look into missing or blocked roof ventilation and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, across new flat roofs, replacement roofs and new-build homes.
In a London terrace or conversion, the roof often joins the neighbours’ roofs and shares their stacks and gutters. For a purchase or a new roof in Clerkenwell, that shapes what can be checked: only the parts we’re given access to and can see safely are inspected. For a flat, the lease typically says who looks after the roof.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Clerkenwell (N1, EC1V, WC1X)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Clerkenwell
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
For a price for new roof snagging in Clerkenwell, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
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Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles where we can see them.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know when booking.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What new roof snagging looks like in Clerkenwell
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. In a house like that, shared stacks, party-wall upstands and lead flashings all need looking at as far as they can be seen. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. With Dr Johnson's House about 0.8 miles south, Clerkenwell sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as St James's Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. For landlords with property near Farringdon station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Clerkenwell is about 2 miles north of London, in Greater London. Wherever you are in Clerkenwell, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. Clerkenwell is one of the places in Greater London we cover.
New roof snagging in N1, EC1V and WC1X work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Long Lane, City Road and Noel Road. With the A1 and A5201 close by, Clerkenwell is simple for us to get to for new roof snagging. Other places close to Clerkenwell include Farringdon (1 mile south), Angel (1 mile north), Smithfield (1 mile south), Holborn (1 mile south-west) and St Pancras (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like Kensington (5 miles south-west), Walthamstow (5 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (14 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (4 miles south).
What’s near Clerkenwell
In Clerkenwell, that means homes and buildings near Barts Health Archives, The Sekforde pub and Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Tech City College (within half a mile north-east) and King Square Gardens (within half a mile north-east). There’s a railway station in Clerkenwell itself: Farringdon station. Other landmarks nearby include Brunswick Centre (0.9 miles west) and Montfichet's Tower (0.9 miles south). Green spaces nearby include St. James's Park Lake and Ludgate Hill.
Clerkenwell questions
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Clerkenwell?
It rarely stops a survey, but it’s worth planning. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Do you cover Clerkenwell?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
It typically takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
When should I book new roof snagging?
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.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. The report belongs with them.