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Force Green New Roof Snagging
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Force Green. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
About our new roof snagging in Force Green
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it is worth having it checked before the final payment. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the roof and around the property. You get a photo-illustrated written report that you can pass to your roofer. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We survey ridges and verges, replacement roofs and new-build homes, and people most often book us about broken coverings left on a new roof and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
Homes across London range from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war blocks and new developments, so a property in Force Green might be any of these. Whether the roof is old or newly laid, the problem areas depend on how and when the building went up. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Force Green (TN16)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Check the roof before you pay in full
The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. If there is a dispute, it’s between you and your roofer or builder, and our part is to report what we see.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so there is time to raise anything.
Towns and villages near Force Green
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New roof snagging in Force Green: local notes
The wider area around Force Green has a long history of building, with Quebec House about 0.8 miles south. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces, outer London has a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs of clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Landlords with a home close to Oxted station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Force Green.
Force Green is about 5 miles west of Sevenoaks, in Greater London. Force Green is one of many places we visit across Greater London, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Across Greater London, we cover Force Green and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Every address in TN16 is covered for new roof snagging. Other places close to Force Green include Westerham (1 mile south), South Street (2 miles north-west), Moorhouse Bank (2 miles south-west), Tatsfield (2 miles north-west) and Titsey (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Orpington (7 miles north), New Cross (14 miles north), Thornton Heath (12 miles north-west), Croydon (10 miles north-west), East Dulwich (14 miles north-west) and Plumstead (14 miles north).
What’s near Force Green
Around Force Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Olde House At Home Public House. Force Green’s nearest station is Oxted station, about 3.8 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Tandridge Priory (2.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Dryhill Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
Roof by roof
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the loft space dry. Fitted vents are looked at.
Force Green: your questions answered
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Force Green?
Sometimes, yes. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well.
How do I find out if my home in Force Green is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for large or complex roofs.
What we’re asked to look at in Force Green
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Gaps at new flashings
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin 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 often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- When you’ll get the report
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Surveys for landlords and agents in Force Green
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In Force Green, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. London parking is frequently by permit or pay-and-display, so it helps to know what’s near you, and to clear a path to the loft hatch. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Getting a price
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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When you need someone else
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers