Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Fencott New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Fencott. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Fencott
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
How new roof snagging works in Fencott
We report on what we see, with photographs and clear descriptions. If there is a disagreement about the work, it’s between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. The report does not price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it does set out clearly what we found. We survey ridges and verges, new-build homes and new flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are underlay not dressed into the gutter and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed.
For a small place like Fencott, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Fencott (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What new roof snagging looks like in Fencott
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Historic houses like Boarstall Tower, about 3.2 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Fencott goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Fencott is about 4 miles south of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Fencott, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in OX5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Murcott (1 mile south-east), Charlton-on-Otmoor (1 mile west), Merton (1 mile north), Upper Arncott (2 miles east) and Wendlebury (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (7 miles south-west), Bicester (4 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south-west), Witney (14 miles west), Thame (11 miles south-east) and Kidlington (5 miles west).
Around Fencott
We work in homes and buildings around The Crown pub. For rail, the closest station is Islip station, about 3.2 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bicester Avenue (3.2 miles north) and Bicester Community Hospital (3.8 miles north). Open spaces near Fencott include Otmoor RSPB reserve and Graven Hill.
Prices for new roof snagging in Fencott
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
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.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- What made you get in touch
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The address and postcode of the property
- The kind of building and roof involved
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What we’re asked to look at in Fencott
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush particularly in poor weather.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Poorly finished verges
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
If you own a rental within reach of Islip station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Places near Fencott
Other services in Fencott
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. We note anything left behind.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong and get a proper look.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Fencott needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, you tell us 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.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Fencott: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fencott?
Yes, Fencott is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Fencott as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fencott?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them and our report gives you an independent record.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Fencott?
To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
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.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Fencott
A defects or warranty period does not last for ever. A snagging inspection before then leaves time to act. Older and listed buildings around Fencott may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book us in Fencott
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Package prices that include VAT
- Surveys seven days a week