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New roof snagging in Fernhurst, Surrey
Independent new roof snagging in Fernhurst. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Gutters blocked by building debris
Local roofs and buyers in Fernhurst
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Historic houses like Cowdray House, about 4.3 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Fernhurst goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Haslemere station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Fernhurst is about 10 miles east of Petersfield, in Surrey. In Fernhurst, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Fernhurst is one of the places in Surrey where we work for new roof snagging. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
Every address in GU27 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Church Road, Merle Way and Bishops Close or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside Fernhurst, we cover Kingsley Green (1 mile north), Woolmer Hill (2 miles north-west), Linchmere (2 miles north-west), Redford (3 miles south-west) and Haslemere (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Guildford (15 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles north), Cranleigh (12 miles north-east), Ash (14 miles north), Godalming (10 miles north-east) and Farncombe (11 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Fernhurst
The nearest railway station is Haslemere station, roughly 2.7 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (2.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Blackdown and Cooksbridge Meadow.
New roof snagging in Fernhurst
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows including from the loft and the roof where it is safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. We survey new flat roofs, new-build homes and ridges and verges, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are verge tiles or slates not secured and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates.
In a village or hamlet like Fernhurst, homes are frequently 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’re 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.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Fernhurst (GU27)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Fernhurst
What else we do in Fernhurst
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Fernhurst
Owners frequently get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others just want an independent check before paying before the job is closed.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Gaps at new flashings
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Margaret, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before booking anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their insurance cover
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
FAQs for Fernhurst
Will you come out to Fernhurst?
Yes. Fernhurst is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fernhurst?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How much is new roof snagging?
Our price is 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 send us an email.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we don’t disturb the new coverings. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden so we focus on what can be seen.
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, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What we do, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Around Fernhurst, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Underlay and ventilation
The underlay should be dressed into the gutter at the eaves to carry water off. We look at it where it can be seen.
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Diary the defects period end date
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Fernhurst
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys