Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Hensting, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out new roof snagging in Hensting.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
New roof snagging in Hensting
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible, and we check the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photos. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. Typical surveys look at offcuts and broken tiles left behind and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates, on loft conversions and dormers, new-build homes and replacement roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Hensting, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Hensting (SO50)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Hensting
Is my home in Hensting listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is Hensting in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Hensting is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What does a new roof inspection include?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The roof space is checked where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Other services in Hensting
Hensting homes and their roofs
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
Landlords with a home close to Shawford station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. The streets around a church such as Church of the Holy Trinity are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Hensting is about 3 miles north-east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. We provide new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Hensting and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
New roof snagging in SO50 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Hensting: Owslebury (1 mile north-east), Owslebury Bottom (1 mile north-east), Baybridge (2 miles east), Morestead (2 miles north) and Lane End (4 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (4 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Eastleigh (3 miles south-west), Fareham (11 miles south), Horndean (14 miles south-east) and Totton (11 miles south-west).
Near you in Hensting
We work in homes and buildings around Ship Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Shawford station, about 2.2 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St John's Rooms And Chapel (4.3 miles north) and Eastleigh Museum (3.5 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
How we price new roof snagging
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you contact us
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Checking the roof from the ground
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like Hensting needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photographs.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Raising snags before the final payment is normally simpler. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on it can be harder to get them back. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Older cottages and farmhouses around Hensting can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent look at the roof
- Photos and a written report every time
- 20+ years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hensting
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.