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New roof snagging in Hardley, Hampshire
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Hardley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
New roof snagging in Hardley: what you get
We carry out new roof snagging in Hardley and across London and South East England. A visit normally takes between one and two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Everything visible from safe vantage points is looked at, and by drone where it’s applicable. A photo report follows. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We survey ridges and verges, loft conversions and dormers and new flat roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are untidy or loose verge details and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
For a small place like Hardley, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Hardley (SO45)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Hardley
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are frequently where things go wrong particularly in poor weather.
Common reasons to book include:
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
Beaulieu Palace House, about 2.9 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hardley. If you are buying an older home nearby, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their report turnaround times
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Towns and villages near Hardley
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Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- File all paperwork for the new roof
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Book a check well before it so there’s time to raise anything.
What affects the price in Hardley
To price your survey, we look at:
- Height and safe access
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- When you need the report by
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Hardley questions
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Hardley?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows, and Hardley is within about 2 miles of the coast.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hardley?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hardley
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hardley and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a hamlet or village like Hardley, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
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What new roof snagging looks like in Hardley
Hardley is within about 2 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, so exposed details get a close look whether you are buying or signing off new work. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you own a rental within reach of Netley station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. For an older house near a landmark such as St Anne, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Hardley is about 2 miles south of Hythe, in Hampshire. Surveys in Hardley work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: SO45. Local streets include Harrier Way, Harrier Green and Falconer Court, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Hardley, we cover Little Holbury (1 mile south), Holbury (1 mile south), Frostlane (1 mile north), Roughdown (1 mile south) and Blackfield (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (11 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (7 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (10 miles north) and Hedge End (7 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Hardley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Manor Church of England Infant School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Netley station, roughly 3.3 miles north-east. A little further out are Royal South Hants Hospital (5.1 miles north) and Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (2.9 miles west). For a walk, there’s Mercury Marshes.