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New roof snagging in Foxbury, Greater London
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags across Foxbury, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Poorly finished verges
What we do, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs. On timing, most surveys take between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a London conversion, the way into the roof space is frequently from a communal landing or the top flat. Where that’s the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Otherwise, the visit in Foxbury runs like any other.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- 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 checked.
- Where it is 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.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
How new roof snagging works in Foxbury
Homeowners book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen, from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. You then get a photo-illustrated written report to share with your roofer. We survey loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and flashings and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are offcuts and broken tiles left behind and missing or blocked roof ventilation.
Homes across London range from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war blocks and new developments, so a property in Foxbury 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.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Foxbury (DA14, BR7, DA15)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Many older London roofs have only old felt under the slates, or no underlay at all, so once the slates or flashings let water past, little stops it reaching ceilings. Left unchecked, water soaks into timber and plaster and the damage spreads.
All our prices include VAT. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Foxbury
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Foxbury
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the new roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Foxbury. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Practical tips
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them; we report on what we see.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
When to book a survey in Foxbury
Most homeowners cannot get a good look at their new roof. From the pavement, many faults are invisible before you pay.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Foxbury.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their report turnaround times
- What insurance they carry
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. They’re photographed for the report.
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags frequently show on tiled roofs. They get close attention.
New roof snagging around Foxbury
In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. 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. The wider area around Foxbury has a long history of building, with Eltham Palace about 2.6 miles north-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Christ Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. For landlords with property near Sidcup station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Foxbury is about 1 mile east of Chislehurst, in Greater London. Roofs in Foxbury get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Greater London. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, large and small. You can also see our page for London.
We work across the DA14, BR7 and DA15 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Kemnal Road, Sydney Road and Carlton Road. If you are just outside Foxbury, we cover Longlands (1 mile north), Chislehurst (1 mile west), New Eltham (1 mile north-west), Elmstead (2 miles west) and Coldharbour (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like London (10 miles north-west), City of Westminster (12 miles north-west), Marylebone (12 miles north-west), Kensington (14 miles north-west), St Pancras (12 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-west).
Around Foxbury
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Chislehurst Common, Mead Road Infant School and The Bulls Head Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Sidcup station, about 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are The Glades (3.3 miles west) and Queen Mary's Hospital (0.6 miles east). The countryside around Foxbury includes Summer Hill and The Tarn.
Common questions in Foxbury
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Foxbury?
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.
Is parking a problem for a survey in Foxbury?
It can be, so it’s useful to tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space when you book. That way the visit can be planned around it.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings, but we check everything we can see safely.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.