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New roof snagging in Dibden, Hampshire
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Dibden. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
New roof snagging in Dibden
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we look at how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen, and we check the gutters too. You get a photo report of what we found. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. If you’ve noticed signs of condensation in the roof space and gutters blocked by building debris, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Dibden, some houses face open ground, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Loose ridge tiles, lifted coverings and tired flashings are the kind of things that show it. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are checked closely. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof doesn’t stay small for long.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Dibden (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Pricing the remedial work
- Whether the roof will leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
How the survey works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like Dibden, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- We send a report with photographs of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you need new roof snagging in Dibden?
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the roof space.
Common reasons to book include:
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
Landlords with a home close to Southampton Town Quay station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the price includes VAT
Dibden homes and their roofs
Dibden is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. About 2.5 miles north lies Medieval Merchant's House, a reminder of how long the area around Dibden has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, 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 All Saints, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Dibden is about 1 mile west of Hythe, in Hampshire. We cover Dibden and the rest of Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: SO45. Local streets include Cavalier Close, Cathay Gardens and Canterbury Drive, and we cover them all. We also cover Dibden Purlieu (1 mile south-east), Hythe (1 mile east), Marchwood (2 miles north-west), Beaulieu (3 miles south) and The Hummicks (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (13 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-east), Fareham (10 miles east), Totton (5 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (8 miles north).
Local landmarks in Dibden
Typical jobs here are in homes near Testwood School and Orchard Junior School. The nearest railway station is Southampton Town Quay station, roughly 2.2 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Royal South Hants Hospital (3.5 miles north) and Westquay (2.8 miles north).
Towns and villages near Dibden
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Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
You receive a report with photographs of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
Dibden: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Dibden?
Yes, Dibden is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Dibden, take more of a battering?
It can do. Dibden is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. The report lists snags with photographs to raise with the builder.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What do you check on a new roof?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe and check for damage left by the job.