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New roof snagging in Hampton Wick, Greater London
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Hampton Wick, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
About our new roof snagging in Hampton Wick
Roof work often leaves debris behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted along with any damage to other parts of the property. Each item is photographed. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It’s easier to raise them while the job is fresh. Common reasons to book are underlay at the eaves left exposed and flashings not properly dressed or fixed, on new-build homes, ridges and verges and replacement roofs.
London’s housing runs from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war estates and new blocks of flats, and a home in Hampton Wick could be any of them. Whether the roof is old or newly laid, the problem areas depend on how and when the building went up. Slates, hidden valley gutters, parapets and flat roofs over back additions all need checking in their own way.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Hampton Wick (KT1, KT2, TW11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
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Common roof problems in Hampton Wick
A roof is hard for most owners to see properly. Without an independent check, you are relying on what can be seen from ground level and you may be asked to pay anyway.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Gutters blocked by building debris
Hampton Wick is in London, so parking needs planning: let us know about parking bays, permits or a driveway when booking.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
FAQs for Hampton Wick
How do I find out if my home in Hampton Wick is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover Hampton Wick?
Yes, Hampton Wick is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What does a new roof inspection include?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe and check for damage left by the job.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we don’t disturb the new coverings. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
How long will you be on site?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We will give you an idea when booking.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hampton Wick
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Local roofs and buyers in Hampton Wick
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. The wider area around Hampton Wick has a long history of building, with Hampton Court Palace about 1.4 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.
If you live in an older home near All Saints Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. If you own a rental within reach of Hampton Wick station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Hampton Wick is about 3 miles south-east of Twickenham, in Greater London. If you are in Hampton Wick, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Greater London, we cover Hampton Wick. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
New roof snagging in KT1, KT2 and TW11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Park Road, Fife Road and East Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Teddington (1 mile north-west), Ham (2 miles north), East Molesey (2 miles west), Strawberry Hill (2 miles north-west) and Hampton Hill (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include London (11 miles north-east), City of Westminster (10 miles north-east), Marylebone (10 miles north-east), Kensington (8 miles north-east), St Pancras (11 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (13 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Hampton Wick
Around Hampton Wick, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Foresters Arms, Tiffin School and Kingston Grammar School. Hampton Wick has its own railway station: Hampton Wick station. Other landmarks nearby include Chessington Castle Hill (3.8 miles south) and Metropolitan Police Mounted Branch Museum (2.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hampton Wick include The Wood and The Lake.
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys from safe vantage points.
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so it needs to be finished well. We check the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. Where that is the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Otherwise, the visit in Hampton Wick runs like any other.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.