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New Roof Snagging in Godstone
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Godstone? We carry out new roof snagging in Godstone and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Details hidden from sight
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- 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. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
About our new roof snagging in Godstone
Our report records what we see, with photos and clear descriptions. If there’s a disagreement about the work, it is between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. We don’t give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it does set out clearly what we found. If you’ve noticed cracked or slipped new tiles or slates and cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and ridges and verges alike.
Somewhere as small as Godstone, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Godstone (RH9)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Godstone, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Godstone
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Towns and villages near Godstone
Also in Godstone
Questions from Godstone
Do you cover Godstone?
Yes, Godstone is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Godstone listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Godstone?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, 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.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles that do not sit flat can let rain in. Any that look wrong go in the report.
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Godstone
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. For older village homes like those around Godstone, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Godstone
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
New roof snagging around Godstone
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Titsey Place, about 4.1 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Godstone. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Godstone station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Godstone is about 3 miles south of Caterham, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Godstone, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Every address in RH9 is covered for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on High Street, Court Road and Godstone Green Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Tyler's Green (1 mile north), Church Town (1 mile east), Bletchingley (2 miles west), Tandridge (2 miles south-east) and South Godstone (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Epsom (11 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles south-west), Redhill (4 miles west), Ewell (11 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles west) and Caterham (3 miles north).
Landmarks near Godstone
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Hare And Hounds Public House and Bay Pond and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Godstone station, about 2.2 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Caterham Dene Hospital (2.5 miles north) and Bletchingley Castle (1.9 miles west). Not far away are Mercers Lake and Bay Pond.