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New Roof Snagging in Hither Green
New roof snagging across Hither Green, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Gutters blocked by building debris
How new roof snagging works in Hither Green
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it is worth having it checked before the final payment. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. The findings go into a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We survey flashings and valleys, ridges and verges and new flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are underlay at the eaves left exposed and cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work.
Homes across London range from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war blocks and new developments, so a property in Hither Green might be any of these. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, the details that cause trouble depend on the age of the building. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Hither Green (SE13, SE12, SE6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Hither Green homes and their roofs
Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. About 2 miles north lies Queen's House, a reminder of how long the area around Hither Green has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Hither Green station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. As a London address, Hither Green can be tricky for parking: let us know about parking bays, permits or a driveway as you book, as a space near the door cannot be promised.
Hither Green is about 2 miles south-east of New Cross, in Greater London. We provide new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Hither Green. Our area takes in places right across Greater London.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: SE13, SE12 and SE6. Whether your property is on Old Road, Manor Lane and Pascoe Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Lee (1 mile east), Ladywell (1 mile west), Lewisham (1 mile north-west), Catford (1 mile south-west) and Horn Park (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns like London (5 miles north-west), City of Westminster (8 miles north-west), Marylebone (8 miles north-west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (6 miles north-west).
Around Hither Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to International Academy of Greenwich, The Edmund Halley pub and Manor House Gardens, among other places. Hither Green has its own railway station: Hither Green station. Nearby you’ll also find Lewisham Shopping Centre (0.9 miles north-west) and University Hospital Lewisham (0.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Brookmill Road Local Nature Reserve and Summer Hill.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Hither Green
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others just want an independent check before paying before the job is closed.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Swithun, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How soon the report will arrive
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
How we price new roof snagging
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What made you get in touch
- When you need the report by
- What kind of property and roof it is
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
How the survey changes by roof type
Underlay and ventilation
We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, at the underlay and ventilation.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong, so we check them carefully.
What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What else we do in Hither Green
FAQs for Hither Green
Is parking a problem for a survey in Hither Green?
Usually it is manageable with a little notice. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Is Hither Green in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Hither Green is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Will you deal with my roofer if there is a problem?
No, we report on the roof and do not take sides. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
How much is new roof snagging?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Raising snags before the final payment is usually simpler. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on it can be harder to get them back. Our report lists what to raise. Many older London roofs have only old felt under the slates, or no underlay at all, so a slipped slate can soon mean water inside. Left alone, that means wet timbers and plaster, which is a far bigger job than the roof fault itself.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. Where that’s the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Otherwise, the visit in Hither Green runs like any other.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.