Oxfordshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Frilford Heath
New roof snagging in Frilford Heath and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Frilford Heath
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the new roof and around it. The findings go into a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. Typical surveys look at missing or blocked roof ventilation and underlay ending short at the eaves, on flashings and valleys, loft conversions and dormers and new-build homes.
Older buildings in small places like Frilford Heath may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Frilford Heath (OX13)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Frilford Heath homes and their roofs
With Appleton Manor about 2 miles north, Frilford Heath sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you let a flat or house near Radley station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Lawrence, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Frilford Heath is about 3 miles west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Frilford Heath is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
We work across the OX13 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Tubney (1 mile north-west), Frilford (1 mile south), Marcham (1 mile south-east), Cothill (1 mile north-east) and Fyfield (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (7 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles east), Witney (9 miles north-west), Carterton (12 miles north-west) and Wantage (7 miles south-west).
Near you in Frilford Heath
Around Frilford Heath, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Larkmead School and The Dog House Hotel. The closest station to Frilford Heath is Radley station, roughly 5 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Abingdon Community Hospital (2.5 miles east) and FitzHarris Castle (3.2 miles east). Not far away are Cumnor Hill and Hitchcopse Pit.
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Around Frilford Heath, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets in another room
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Questions from Frilford Heath
Will you come out to Frilford Heath?
Yes, Frilford Heath is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Frilford Heath?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Frilford Heath is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
How do I book a survey in Frilford Heath?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
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.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so there is time to raise anything.
What affects the price in Frilford Heath
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The kind of building and roof involved
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Details hidden from sight
- What’s under the new coverings
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
Also in Frilford Heath
Roof by roof
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. Leftover debris is recorded.
Flashings
Flashings seal the roof to walls and chimneys. We look at how they’re dressed, fixed and pointed.