Greater London · London and the South East
Hackney Marshes New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Hackney Marshes and the rest of Greater London. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Gutters blocked by building debris
What we do, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a London area like Hackney Marshes, 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. On the day, the roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space and from the roof where it is safe.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- 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.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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New roof snagging in Hackney Marshes: what you get
We carry out new roof snagging in Hackney Marshes and across London and South East England. A visit usually takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked including by drone where applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. We survey new-build homes, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gutters blocked by building debris and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates.
In London, a good many houses have been split into flats, extended or fitted with a dormer loft conversion. Each change adds roof details, such as flat roofs, new flashings and junctions with the original slopes. If you’re buying a flat or house in Hackney Marshes, or have just had new roofing work done, those junctions are often where problems start. Dormer cheeks, lead work and new flat roofs are worth checking closely, as faults there are easy to miss.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Hackney Marshes (E5, E10, E9)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs and buyers in Hackney Marshes
Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. Behind many of their parapets sit butterfly roofs and valley gutters that cannot be seen from the pavement. In a house like that, shared stacks, party-wall upstands and lead flashings all need looking at as far as they can be seen. 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 Hackney Marshes has a long history of building, with Sutton House about 1.1 miles south-west. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Hackney Marshes, along with any off-street space. If you own a rental within reach of Lea Bridge station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Hackney Marshes is about 1 mile north-east of Homerton, in Greater London. Hackney Marshes is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Hackney Marshes is one of the places in Greater London where we work for new roof snagging.
Every address in E5, E10 and E9 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Glyn Road, Gilpin Road and Redwald Road, all of which we cover. Hackney Marshes is on the A106, so it’s easy for us to get to. If you’re just outside Hackney Marshes, we cover Leyton Grange (1 mile north-east), Lea Bridge (1 mile north-west), Homerton (1 mile south-west), Lower Clapton (1 mile south-west) and Temple Mills (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover London (5 miles south-west), City of Westminster (6 miles south-west), Marylebone (6 miles south-west), Kensington (8 miles south-west), St Pancras (4 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (3 miles south-west).
Near you in Hackney Marshes
We work in homes and buildings around Leyton Jubilee Park, Lammas School and Sixth Form and The Adam & Eve pub, among other places. Hackney Marshes’s nearest station is Lea Bridge station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west. A little further out are Tower of London (3.9 miles south-west) and V&A East (1.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Hackney Marshes include Old Ford Island and Tower Hill.
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Why get it checked now?
It is easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on, getting them back can take longer. Our report lists what to raise. In a London terrace or conversion, a roof defect rarely stays your problem alone: a blocked parapet gutter or slipped slate can let water into the flat below or the house next door. Dealing with it early is far less disruptive.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book us in Hackney Marshes
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys seven days a week
- Photographs and a written report every time
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We look at how they’re dressed, fixed and pointed.
Ridges, hips and verges
Cracked mortar or loose ridge tiles on a new roof are worth raising. They’re recorded with photos.
Common roof problems in Hackney Marshes
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
We are often asked to look at:
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
Take an older house close to The Risen Christ and All Souls: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before you book anyone
- What experience they bring
- When you will get the report
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the survey will not cover
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Your questions about new roof snagging in Hackney Marshes
Is my home in Hackney Marshes listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover Hackney Marshes?
Yes, Hackney Marshes is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Ideally before you make the final payment so snags can be raised while the job is still open. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. We look in the loft where it’s safe and check for damage left by the job.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details as you book.