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New roof snagging in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire
New roof snagging around Gerrards Cross, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Gerrards Cross
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. Typical surveys look at cracked or slipped new tiles or slates and poorly finished verges, across loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and new-build homes.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Gerrards Cross, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Low roofs are easier to see from ground level, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Gerrards Cross. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Gerrards Cross (SL9)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Gerrards Cross
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Gerrards Cross station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. The streets around a church such as St James Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Gerrards Cross is about 5 miles north-east of Slough, in Buckinghamshire. We carry out new roof snagging in Gerrards Cross for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Across Buckinghamshire, we cover Gerrards Cross. There’s also a page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: SL9. We cover properties on Station Road, East Common and Oxford Road. Being close to the A40 and A413, Gerrards Cross is easy for us to reach. Other places close to Gerrards Cross include Tatling End (1 mile south-east), Fulmer (1 mile south), Hedgerley Green (2 miles west), Higher Denham (2 miles east) and Baker's Wood (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (9 miles west), Chesham (9 miles north), Marlow (9 miles west), Amersham (7 miles north), Beaconsfield (4 miles north-west) and Princes Risborough (15 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Gerrards Cross
In Gerrards Cross, that means homes and buildings near St Mary's School, The Chalfonts Community College and Bulstrode Park, among other places. There’s a railway station in Gerrards Cross itself: Gerrards Cross station. Nearby you will also find Chiltern Open Air Museum (3.8 miles north) and Chalfonts and Gerrards Cross Hospital (1.7 miles north). The countryside around Gerrards Cross includes Horse Shoe Bay and Church Wood.
Towns and villages near Gerrards Cross
What else we do in Gerrards Cross
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
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.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates left on a new roof are a common snag. They’re photographed for the report.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs often have snags at the verges and eaves. They get close attention.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
Landlord and commercial surveys in Gerrards Cross
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
What affects the price in Gerrards Cross
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to tell us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Being in a smaller place like Gerrards Cross does not change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- First, you let us know 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.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
How to prepare
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
Questions from Gerrards Cross
Is Gerrards Cross within the area you cover?
Yes, Gerrards Cross is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Gerrards Cross is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.