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New roof snagging in Hermitage, West Berkshire
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out new roof snagging in Hermitage.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Damage to other parts of the building
New roof snagging in Hermitage
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the loft space for condensation. We note what we can see. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. It all goes in the report. Typical surveys look at gutters or fascias damaged during the job and signs of condensation in the roof space, across flashings and valleys, new flat roofs and ridges and verges.
For a small place like Hermitage, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Hermitage (RG18)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Hermitage
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. For an older or listed building in a place like Hermitage, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys on any day of the week
- An independent view of the roof
- Prices that include VAT
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Hermitage questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hermitage?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a 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.
Is Hermitage in the area you cover?
Yes, Hermitage is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Hermitage as anywhere else.
What do you check on a new roof?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder though our report gives you the facts we saw.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No. We do not open up the new roof so hidden fixings are not visible to us. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Flashings
Flashings around chimney stacks are a common weak point and are looked at closely.
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Local roofs and buyers in Hermitage
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. The wider area around Hermitage has a long history of building, with Shaw House about 3.4 miles south-west. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Newbury Racecourse station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. If you live in an older home near Holy Trinity, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Hermitage is about 4 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We cover Hermitage and the rest of West Berkshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: RG18. Local streets include Newbury Road, Lipscomb Close and Marlston Road, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Hermitage, we cover Longlane (1 mile south-west), Little Hungerford (1 mile north-east), Oare (1 mile north), Wellhouse (1 mile east) and Curridge (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Newbury (4 miles south-west), Thatcham (4 miles south), Burghfield Common (10 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles south-west), Hungerford (11 miles west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Hermitage
We work in homes and buildings around The White Horse pub and the streets around them. Hermitage’s nearest station is Newbury Racecourse station, roughly 4 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hampstead Norris Castle (2.4 miles north-east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.3 miles south). Not far away are Snelsmore Common.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Hermitage can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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 be seen safely.
- 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 photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.