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New roof snagging in Compton, Surrey
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Compton and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It’s a dated record of the roof at handover.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
About our new roof snagging in Compton
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photographs. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. We survey loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are broken coverings left on a new roof and gutters or fascias damaged during the job.
Some older homes in villages like Compton are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Compton (GU3)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
It’s easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on it can be harder to get them back. Our report lists what to raise. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- An independent look at the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Buying a home or a new roof in Compton
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Loseley Park, about 1 mile east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Compton. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, 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 St Nicholas, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. For landlords with property near Farncombe station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Compton is about 3 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. We provide new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Compton. Across Surrey, we cover Compton.
New roof snagging in GU3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on The Street, Spiceall and Almsgate or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Compton include Hurtmore (1 mile south), Binscombe (1 mile south-east), Littleton (1 mile east), Shackleford (2 miles south-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (3 miles north-east), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (9 miles north-west), Farnham (7 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Compton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Broadwater School, Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves and The Harrow pub. The nearest railway station is Farncombe station, about 1.6 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Charterhouse School Museum (1.2 miles south) and Guildford Castle (2.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Farncombe Wood and Frith Hill.
Compton: your questions answered
Is my home in Compton listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Compton?
Yes. Compton is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
How do I book a survey in Compton?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
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.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
How we price new roof snagging
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Which survey package you book
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- House, block, shop or office
- How big the roof is
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Legal advice on your contract
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Compton
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
Towns and villages near Compton
Also in Compton
Landlord and commercial surveys in Compton
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the new roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs, sent to you by email. On timing, it usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a hamlet or village like Compton, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.