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New roof snagging in Greenwich, Greater London
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Greenwich. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
New roof snagging in Greenwich
Ventilation matters on a new roof. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them and look in the roof space for condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. It all goes in the report. We survey ridges and verges, flashings and valleys and replacement roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are broken coverings left on a new roof and untidy or loose verge details.
Many London homes have been converted into flats, extended at the back or given a loft conversion with a dormer. Every alteration brings new junctions, flashings and flat-roof areas to look at. If you’re buying a flat or house in Greenwich, or have just had new roofing work done, those junctions are frequently where problems start. Dormer cheeks, lead work and new flat roofs are worth checking closely, as faults there are easy to miss.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Greenwich (SE10, SE3, SE8)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Greenwich
Queen's House, about 0.2 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Greenwich. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, frequently with Welsh slate roofs. From the street you may see only a parapet, with a butterfly roof and a valley gutter behind it draining to the back. In a house like that, shared stacks, party-wall upstands and lead flashings all need looking at as far as they can be seen. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If you let a flat or house near Maze Hill station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Greenwich.
Greenwich is about 4 miles east of London, in Greater London. From houses to flats and shops in Greenwich, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Greater London, we cover Greenwich.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: SE10, SE3 and SE8. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Cade Road, Webb Road and Creek Road or a nearby road, we can help. Main roads around Greenwich include the A2203 and A2211, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Maze Hill (1 mile north-east), Vanbrugh Park Estate (1 mile east), Blackheath (1 mile south-east), Westcombe Park (1 mile east) and Isle of Dogs (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like London (4 miles west), City of Westminster (7 miles west), Marylebone (7 miles west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Greenwich
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Plume of Feathers pub, John Roan School and Royal School of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. Nearby too are Island Gardens (0.6 miles north-west) and St. Paul's (1.1 miles west). Greenwich has its own railway station: Maze Hill station. Nearby you will also find Greenwich Castle (within half a mile south-west) and Greenwich District Hospital (0.5 miles north-east). Not far away are Tower Hill and Creekside Discovery Centre.
Why it is worth a survey now in Greenwich
It’s easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Any roof job in Greenwich means planning around parking, neighbours and access. Knowing what’s needed early gives you time to plan it calmly, rather than in a rush after a leak.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Greenwich
- Surveys seven days a week
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 98% of clients satisfied
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Greenwich questions
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Greenwich?
London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway when you book. That way the visit can be planned around it.
Is Greenwich in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Greenwich is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
What do you check on a new roof?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
How we price new roof snagging
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The roof’s overall size
- Which survey package you book
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What made you get in touch
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Nearby places to Greenwich
Other services in Greenwich
Landlords, agents and block managers in Greenwich
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Greenwich. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we look for on each type of roof
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the loft space dry. We check for vents where they’ve been fitted.
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. Any that look wrong go in the report.
What we’re asked to look at in Greenwich
A roof is hard for most owners to see properly. Without an independent check, you’re relying on what can be seen from the ground and you may be asked to pay anyway.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gaps at new flashings
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
If you live in an older home near St Mary's Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Are they insured for the work?
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. From the street, a London terrace typically shows only its front slope or parapet, so a visit in Greenwich moves between viewpoints: the pavement, upstairs windows, the loft and any safe spot at the back. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Tell us who holds the keys.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a photo-illustrated written report of each snag.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.