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New roof snagging in Hale, Surrey
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Hale. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
Different roofs, different checks
Underlay and ventilation
The underlay should be dressed into the gutter at the eaves so water drains away. We check it where it’s visible.
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so the detailing matters. We check the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
New roof snagging in Hale: what you get
Ventilation matters on a new roof. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them and look in the loft space for condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it’s worth raising early. It all goes in the report. If you’ve noticed gutters blocked by building debris and gaps at new flashings, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges and verges, new-build homes and replacement roofs alike.
Older buildings in small places like Hale may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
The report records the new roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Hale (GU9)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price new roof snagging
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to tell us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Common questions in Hale
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hale?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Hale?
Yes. Hale is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
When should I book new roof snagging?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What does a new roof inspection include?
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 is safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Common roof problems in Hale
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong, particularly when the weather is against them.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Gaps at new flashings
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
The streets around a church like The Church of St John the Evangelist are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
What to check before booking
- When you’ll get the report
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Useful tips for Hale property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Hale, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hale. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
What new roof snagging looks like in Hale
In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. 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. The wider area around Hale has a long history of building, with Farnham Castle about 1.1 miles south-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you own a rental within reach of Farnham station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Hale is about 1 mile north of Farnham, in Surrey. Anywhere in Hale, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Surrey, we cover Hale. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
New roof snagging in GU9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Fairview Gardens, Farnborough Road and White Cottage Close. Other places close to Hale include Heath End (1 mile north), Weybourne (1 mile north-east), Upper Hale (1 mile north-west), Badshot Lea (1 mile east) and Farnham (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (8 miles north), Frimley (6 miles north), Haslemere (10 miles south) and Cranleigh (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Hale
Typical jobs here are in homes near Weybourne LNR, William Cobbett Primary School and The Six Bells pub. The nearest railway station is Farnham station, roughly 1.3 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Farnham Castle (1.1 miles south-west) and Museum of Farnham (1.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Farnham Park and Aunt's Pool.