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New Roof Snagging in Cutteslowe
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Cutteslowe? You can book new roof snagging in Cutteslowe and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Poorly finished verges
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
FAQs for Cutteslowe
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cutteslowe?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover Cutteslowe?
Yes, Cutteslowe is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No, we report on the roof and do not take sides. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s 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.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We don’t open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
New roof snagging in Cutteslowe: what you get
Roof work frequently leaves debris behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs, and for damage to other parts of the building. It’s all recorded with photos. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain, and cracked lower roofs can leak. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. If you’ve noticed underlay not dressed into the gutter and verge tiles or slates not secured, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on new-build homes, replacement roofs and new flat roofs alike.
Houses in smaller places like Cutteslowe can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, so their roofs may take more wind and driving rain. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather normally shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are looked at closely. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Cutteslowe (OX2)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging around Cutteslowe
With Holywell Manor about 2.5 miles south, Cutteslowe sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
For an older house near a landmark such as Roman Catholic Church of St Gregory and St Augustine, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Cutteslowe is about 3 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. From houses to flats and shops in Cutteslowe, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the OX2 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We cover properties on Wren Road, Scott Road and Wyatt Road. Main roads around Cutteslowe include the A4165, so getting to you is simple. We also cover Sunnymead (1 mile south), Summertown (1 mile south), North Oxford (1 mile south), Wolvercote (1 mile west) and Godstow (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (3 miles south-east), Didcot (12 miles south), Bicester (9 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles south), Witney (10 miles west) and Carterton (14 miles west).
What’s near Cutteslowe
We work in homes and buildings around Oxford University Parks, St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library and The Plough pub. Nearby too are Oxford Academy (1.1 miles south) and Summer Fields School (0.8 miles south). Cutteslowe’s nearest station is Oxford Parkway station, about 1 mile north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Acland Hospital (2 miles south) and Oxford University Museum of Natural History (2.2 miles south). Not far away are Headington Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles as far as can be seen.
Flashings
Flashings seal the roof to walls and chimneys. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Cutteslowe, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a report with photos of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What new roof snagging does not cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Details hidden from sight
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Cutteslowe
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
Signs you need new roof snagging in Cutteslowe
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
We are often asked to look at:
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
If you let a flat or house near Oxford Parkway station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What insurance they carry
- Which limits apply to the survey
How we price new roof snagging
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Roof area
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Booking your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.