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Harpsden New Roof Snagging
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Harpsden? We carry out new roof snagging in Harpsden and across Oxfordshire.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a hamlet or village like Harpsden, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
How to book
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
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How new roof snagging works in Harpsden
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. Common reasons to book are flashings not properly dressed or fixed and gutters blocked by building debris, across flashings and valleys, new flat roofs and replacement roofs.
For a small place like Harpsden, 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. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Harpsden (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs and buyers in Harpsden
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. With Greys Court about 2.8 miles north-west, Harpsden sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you own a rental within reach of Henley-On-Thames station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. The streets around a church such as Church of St Margaret are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Harpsden is about 4 miles north-east of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Harpsden are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Harpsden and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Surveys in RG9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you’re just outside Harpsden, we cover Harpsden Bottom (1 mile west), Henley-on-Thames (1 mile north), Shiplake Cross (1 mile south), Binfield Heath (2 miles south-west) and Lower Assendon (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Benson (11 miles north-west), Chinnor (12 miles north), Tilehurst (7 miles south-west), Wallingford (11 miles north-west), Little Heath (8 miles south-west) and Oakley (12 miles north).
Near you in Harpsden
In Harpsden, that means homes and buildings near The Jolly Waterman pub, Gillotts School and Rupert House School, among other places. The closest station to Harpsden is Henley-On-Thames station, roughly 0.9 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Frazer Nash Archives (0.7 miles north-east) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (5.4 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Sonning Hill and Hurley Chalk Pit.
Useful tips for Harpsden property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them; we report on what we see.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Some faults only show when water gets in. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. In a small place like Harpsden, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the price in Harpsden
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- When you need the report by
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
FAQs for Harpsden
How do I find out if my home in Harpsden is listed?
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.
Is Harpsden in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
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What new roof snagging does not cover
A survey is a close look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Harpsden
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.