Hertfordshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Green Tye, Hertfordshire
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Green Tye. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Gaps at new flashings
New roof snagging in Green Tye: what you get
We report on what we see, with photos and clear descriptions. If there’s a disagreement about the work, it’s between you and your roofer or builder. What we provide is an independent record of the roof’s condition. We don’t give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. If you’ve noticed verge tiles or slates not secured and damage to other parts of the building, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Being in a small place like Green Tye makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Green Tye (SG10)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere as small as Green Tye, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree what to focus on, such as 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.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Other services in Green Tye
Why act early in Green Tye
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Older and listed buildings around Green Tye may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Green Tye homes and their roofs
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. The wider area around Green Tye has a long history of building, with Much Hadham Palace about 1.3 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently 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 Bishops Stortford station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Green Tye is about 3 miles south-west of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. Green Tye is one of many places we visit across Hertfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Green Tye is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire we cover for new roof snagging. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in SG10 is covered for new roof snagging. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Hadham Cross (1 mile west), Much Hadham (1 mile north-west), Nether Street (2 miles south-west), Hadham Ford (2 miles north) and Widford (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (13 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (3 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles west), Hoddesdon (8 miles south-west), Cheshunt (11 miles south-west) and Hatfield (15 miles west).
Landmarks near Green Tye
For rail, the closest station is Bishops Stortford station, about 3.2 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Herts and Essex Hospital (3.6 miles north-east) and Henry Moore Studios and Gardens (0.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Green Tye include Thorley Wash nature reserve.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them; we report on what we see.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
Common questions in Green Tye
How do I find out if my home in Green Tye is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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 come out to Green Tye?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain does not normally stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Green Tye
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Thomas, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
What to check before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Will the report include photos?
- Their report turnaround times
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours