Greater London · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Goodmayes
Know where you stand with the new roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out new roof snagging in Goodmayes.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Damage to other parts of the building
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a London area like Goodmayes, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at whatever is safely visible from ground level, windows, the loft and, where it’s safe, the roof itself.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
New roof snagging in Goodmayes: what you get
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. 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 gaps at new flashings and underlay ending short at the eaves, on replacement roofs, ridges and verges and loft conversions and dormers.
Homes across London range from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war blocks and new developments, and a home in Goodmayes could be any of them. 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.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Goodmayes (IG3, RM8, RM6)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Goodmayes
Historic houses like Eastbury Manor House, about 2.1 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Goodmayes goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
Parking in Goodmayes, as in most of London, takes a little planning: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space when you book, as a space near the door can’t be promised. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Goodmayes is about 2 miles north of Barking, in Greater London. Whether the building in Goodmayes is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in London.
Every address in IG3, RM8 and RM6 is covered for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include High Road, Green Lane and Essex Road. Goodmayes sits on or near the A1083. Other places close to Goodmayes include Little Heath (1 mile north), Aldborough Hatch (1 mile north), Chadwell Heath (2 miles north-east), Becontree (2 miles south-east) and Becontree Heath (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like London (10 miles south-west), City of Westminster (12 miles west), Marylebone (12 miles west), Kensington (14 miles west), St Pancras (10 miles west) and Shoreditch (9 miles west).
Landmarks near Goodmayes
We work in homes and buildings around The Eva Hart pub, South Park and Mayfield School, among other places. Goodmayes has its own railway station: Goodmayes station. Nearby you’ll also find Redbridge Museum (1.7 miles west) and Goodmayes Hospital (0.9 miles north). The countryside around Goodmayes includes Hollow Pond and Scrattons Eco Park.
Useful tips for Goodmayes property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
Questions from Goodmayes
Is Goodmayes in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Goodmayes is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
How do I find out if my home in Goodmayes is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. We survey seven days a week.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Behind a London parapet, a blocked gutter can sit full of water without anyone seeing it. When the stain finally shows, the damage underneath is often older than it looks.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Prices that include VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
- Over 20 years’ experience
What new roof snagging does not cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Legal advice on your contract
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
Towns and villages near Goodmayes
Also in Goodmayes
What affects the price in Goodmayes
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Goodmayes
Owners frequently get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before signing off the job.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
If you own a rental within reach of Goodmayes station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Their track record with similar roofs