West Berkshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Heads Hill, West Berkshire
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags around Heads Hill, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
Heads Hill: your questions answered
Is my home in Heads Hill listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Heads Hill in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Heads Hill is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Heads Hill
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 is visible, and we check 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. We survey ridges and verges, replacement roofs and new flat roofs, and people most often book us about underlay not dressed into the gutter and gutters blocked by building debris.
Older buildings in small places like Heads Hill may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Place
- Heads Hill (RG19, RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates left on a new roof are a common snag. We record any we can see.
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so it needs to be finished well. The lining and the cut coverings along it are checked.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Small faults on a new roof can grow. Loose details can let water through in the first heavy storms. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. For older village homes like those around Heads Hill, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Package prices that include VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Nearby places to Heads Hill
What else we do in Heads Hill
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Heads Hill can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
For a price for new roof snagging in Heads Hill, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Heads Hill homes and their roofs
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. Historic houses such as Shaw House, about 3.3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Heads Hill goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Thatcham station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Heads Hill is about 2 miles south of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We carry out new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Heads Hill. Heads Hill is one of the places in West Berkshire we cover for new roof snagging. There’s also a page for Reading.
We cover every part of the RG19 and RG20 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Main Street, Thornford Road and Second Street East or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Bishop's Green (1 mile south-west), Headley (1 mile south-east), Bury's Bank (1 mile north-west), Mill Green (1 mile south-east) and Goose Hill (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Newbury (3 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (9 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles north-west), Hungerford (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (13 miles east) and Calcot (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Heads Hill
Around Heads Hill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near New Greenham Park and Kennet School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Thatcham station, roughly 1.9 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Donnington Castle (4.3 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (2.4 miles north). The countryside around Heads Hill includes Thatcham Reed Beds and Ladle Hill.
Checking the roof from ground level
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Heads Hill
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Common roof problems in Heads Hill
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Are they insured for the work?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one