Oxfordshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Hatford
New roof snagging in Hatford and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Gaps at new flashings
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
Hatford homes and their roofs
The wider area around Hatford has a long history of building, with Longworth House about 3.9 miles north-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Hatford is about 6 miles north-west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. We carry out new roof snagging in Hatford for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Hatford is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
All of SN7 is covered for new roof snagging. We also cover Stanford in the Vale (1 mile south), Bow (1 mile south-east), Shellingford (2 miles south-west), Buckland (2 miles north) and Baulking (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (14 miles north-east), Didcot (12 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles east), Witney (9 miles north), Carterton (9 miles north-west) and Wantage (6 miles south-east).
Near you in Hatford
We work in homes and buildings around Church of St Denys, among other places. A little further out are Faringdon Castle (2.6 miles west) and Longworth Hospital (3.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Badbury Hill.
About our new roof snagging in Hatford
Roof work often leaves debris behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs, and for damage to other parts of the building. Each item is photographed. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them, and cracked lower roofs can leak. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. We survey replacement roofs, new flat roofs and new-build homes, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings not properly dressed or fixed and damage to other parts of the building.
For a small place like Hatford, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed 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: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Hatford (SN7)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Book snagging before the final payment
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It’s a dated record of the roof at handover.
Do not settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.
Prices for new roof snagging in Hatford
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- When you need the report by
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we are asked to look at in Hatford
Many people book because something does not look right. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before signing off the job.
Common reasons to book include:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Poorly finished verges
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Holy Trinity Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
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How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere like Hatford needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- 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 flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Hatford
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so it needs to be finished well. The lining and the cut coverings along it are checked.
Underlay and ventilation
From the loft, we check the underlay and look for condensation.
Hatford: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hatford?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Hatford?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How much is new roof snagging?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a price.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Everything we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. The roof space is checked where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.