Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Downton
New roof snagging in Downton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Damage to other parts of the building
Roof by roof
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps as far as safe access allows.
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are checked.
About our new roof snagging in Downton
A new roof is a big spend, so it’s worth having it checked before the final payment. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. You get a report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. We survey loft conversions and dormers, ridges and verges and new-build homes, and people most frequently book us about underlay at the eaves left exposed and poorly finished verges.
Some older homes in villages like Downton 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. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Downton (SO41)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Downton
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Do you need new roof snagging in Downton?
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the roof space.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Gaps at new flashings
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
Landlords with a home close to New Milton station may find that a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their report turnaround times
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What exactly goes into their report
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
New roof snagging around Downton
Downton lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. With Highcliffe Castle about 4.2 miles west, Downton sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, 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 Church of All Saints, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Downton is about 3 miles west of Lymington, in Hampshire. Downton is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. Southampton is in our area too.
Here we cover the SO41 postcode area for new roof snagging. You’ll find streets like Hordle Lane and Shorefield Road. Other places close to Downton include Leagreen (1 mile east), Hordle (1 mile north), Ashley (2 miles north-west), Barton on Sea (2 miles west) and New Milton (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Totton (13 miles north), Lymington (3 miles east), Hythe (13 miles north-east), Ringwood (10 miles north-west), Dibden Purlieu (12 miles north-east) and Marchwood (13 miles north-east).
What’s near Downton
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Arnewood School. The nearest railway station is New Milton station, roughly 2 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Lymington New Forest Hospital (3.7 miles north-east) and Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (2.9 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Milford on Sea LNR.
Common questions in Downton
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Downton, take more of a battering?
It can do. Downton is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How do I find out if my home in Downton is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
Will you deal with my roofer if there is a problem?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
How do I book a survey in Downton?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
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How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes an hour or two at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Downton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- 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 loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.