Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Compton, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Compton. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
How new roof snagging works in Compton
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the roof space for condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it’s worth raising early. It all goes in the report. We’re often asked to look into cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and underlay at the eaves left exposed, across replacement roofs, new flat roofs and flashings and valleys.
For a small place like Compton, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Compton (SO21)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
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. Add the snagging report to it.
When to book a survey in Compton
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How soon the report will arrive
- What they won’t be able to tell you
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How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Compton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a report with photographs.
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Compton: your questions answered
Do you cover Compton?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Compton listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
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 use the contact form.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Buying a home or a new roof in Compton
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you own a rental within reach of Shawford station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Compton is about 3 miles south of Winchester, in Hampshire. We carry out new roof snagging in Compton for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Surveys in SO21 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Field Way, Clease Way and Cliff Way and the roads around them. Other places close to Compton include South Down (1 mile south), Shawford (1 mile east), Otterbourne (1 mile south), Twyford (1 mile east) and Oliver's Battery (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (3 miles north), Eastleigh (4 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north-west), Totton (10 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (3 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Compton
We work in homes and buildings around The Bridge Inn, Thornden School and St. Cross Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Shawford station, roughly 0.5 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Balfour Museum of Hampshire Red Cross History (2.4 miles north) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (2.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded where we can see them.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks, so we look at them closely.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A defects or warranty period doesn’t last for ever. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. Around Compton, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
See our cost guide or two real surveys.