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New roof snagging in Hanwell, Greater London
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Hanwell. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
Why get it checked now?
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps things factual. In Hanwell, as across London, an overflowing gutter soaks the wall below, which can lead to damp inside. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 20+ years’ experience
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
How new roof snagging works in Hanwell
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible, and we look at the gutters too. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. If you are worried about missing or blocked roof ventilation and gaps at new flashings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
London’s housing runs from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war estates and new blocks of flats, and a home in Hanwell could be any of them. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, the details that cause trouble depend on the age of the building. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Hanwell (W7, W13, UB2)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for new roof snagging in Hanwell
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
For a price for your roof in Hanwell, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Anything about access we should know
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In Hanwell, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay. A back bedroom window can be the best vantage point for a rear addition, so we may ask to use one.
- 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.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
Related advice
FAQs for Hanwell
Is Hanwell in the area you cover?
Yes, Hanwell is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
How do I find out if my home in Hanwell is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
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 long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
How long will you be on site?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hanwell
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Nearby places to Hanwell
Other services in Hanwell
Local roofs and buyers in Hanwell
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. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. With Pitzhanger Manor about 1.3 miles east, Hanwell sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Hanwell station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. For a London address like Hanwell, it helps to know about controlled parking before the day. Take an older house close to Church of St Mellitus: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Hanwell is about 1 mile west of Ealing, in Greater London. Whether the building in Hanwell is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Hanwell is one of the places in Greater London where we work. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: W7, W13 and UB2. Whether your property is on Park Road, Green Lane and Felix Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Main roads around Hanwell include the A4001. We also cover West Ealing (1 mile west), Ealing (1 mile east), Dormers Wells (1 mile north-west), South Ealing (1 mile south-east) and Pitshanger (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles east), City of Westminster (8 miles east), Marylebone (8 miles east), Kensington (6 miles east), St Pancras (10 miles east) and Shoreditch (11 miles east).
What’s near Hanwell
Around Hanwell, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Drayton Manor High School, Cuckoo Schools and Drayton Green and the streets around them. Hanwell has its own railway station: Hanwell station. Well-known places in the area include Ealing Hospital (under half a mile west) and Gunnersbury Park House - Large Mansion (2.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Middle Lake and Castlebar Hill.
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.