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New Roof Snagging in Grayshott
New roof snagging in Grayshott from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
New roof snagging in Grayshott: what you get
Our snagging inspections cover Grayshott and the rest of London and the South East. A visit typically takes between one and two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked, and by drone where it’s applicable. You then get a written report with photos. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. Typical surveys look at underlay ending short at the eaves and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed, on flashings and valleys, new-build homes and loft conversions and dormers.
In a smaller place like Grayshott, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you are buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Older roofs frequently have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Grayshott (GU26)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
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Common questions in Grayshott
Do you carry out roof surveys in Grayshott?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Grayshott is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Grayshott listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them and our report gives you an independent record.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
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.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
What we are asked to look at in Grayshott
Flashings at walls and chimneys often need attention. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in at the first heavy rain.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Poorly finished verges
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
If you let a flat or house near Haslemere station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. They’re recorded with photos.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks and are looked at closely.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. A visit to a smaller place like Grayshott is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about parking before the day
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
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New roof snagging around Grayshott
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. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. 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 live in an older home near Church of St Luke, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Grayshott is about 7 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. In Grayshott, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
All of GU26 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Church Lane, Vale Wood Lane and Avenue Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Hindhead (1 mile east), Nutcombe (1 mile south-east), Beacon Hill (1 mile north), Whitmoor Vale (1 mile north-west) and Green Cross (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Guildford (12 miles north-east), Camberley (15 miles north), Farnham (7 miles north), Frimley (14 miles north), Cranleigh (12 miles east) and Ash (9 miles north).
Near you in Grayshott
In Grayshott, that means homes and buildings near The Fox & Pelican pub, Woolmer Hill School and St Edmund's School. For rail, the closest station is Haslemere station, roughly 2.2 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Haslemere and District Hospital (2.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Lynchmere Commons and Gibbet Hill.
How we price new roof snagging
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.