Windsor and Maidenhead · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Eton Wick
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Eton Wick. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps where they can be seen.
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. We check for vents where they’ve been fitted.
How new roof snagging works in Eton Wick
Our snagging inspections cover Eton Wick and the rest of London and the South East. Time on site normally takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Everything visible from safe vantage points is looked at including by drone where applicable. You then get a written report with photographs. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We survey replacement roofs, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges, and people most often book us about ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed and underlay at the eaves left exposed.
In a village or hamlet like Eton Wick, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Eton Wick (SL4)
- Wider area
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging around Eton Wick
The wider area around Eton Wick has a long history of building, with Dorney Court about 1.4 miles west. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you let a flat or house near Windsor & Eton Central station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Eton Wick is about 1 mile north of Windsor, in Windsor and Maidenhead. Roofs in Eton Wick get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Windsor and Maidenhead. Our area takes in places right across Windsor and Maidenhead, large and small. You can also see our page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: SL4. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Eton Wick Road, Princes Close and The Wheatbutts or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Boveney (1 mile south-west), Clewer (1 mile south-east), Eton (1 mile east), Windsor (1 mile south) and Dedworth (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidenhead (4 miles west), Boyn Hill (5 miles west), North Ascot (6 miles south-west), Cookham (6 miles north-west), Furze Platt (5 miles north-west) and Broomhall (7 miles south).
Around Eton Wick
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Westgate School, Westgate School and Shepherds Hut pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Eton Wick is Windsor & Eton Central station, about 1.5 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find The History On Wheels Museum (under half a mile north-east) and Windsor Castle (1.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Taplow Lake and Bray Pit.
FAQs for Eton Wick
Will you come out to Eton Wick?
Yes. Eton Wick is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Eton Wick?
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.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
When should I book new roof snagging?
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. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. 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 report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
What happens on the day
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a hamlet or village like Eton Wick, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The loft space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Details hidden from sight
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
Surveys for landlords and agents in Eton Wick
Landlords and agents in Eton Wick book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
When to book a survey in Eton Wick
Most homeowners can’t get a good look at their new roof. From the pavement, many faults are invisible before you pay.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
The streets around a church such as Church of Saint John the Baptist are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
What affects the price in Eton Wick
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.