Essex · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Hobbs Cross, Essex
We carry out new roof snagging in Hobbs Cross and the rest of Essex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Untidy or loose verge details
New roof snagging in Hobbs Cross
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. Roof snags frequently show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can safely be seen and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. We survey new flat roofs, loft conversions and dormers and new-build homes, and common reasons people get in touch are damage to other parts of the building and gaps at new flashings.
For a small place like Hobbs Cross, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on weekdays and at weekends.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Hobbs Cross (CM16)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Hobbs Cross can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Hobbs Cross
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photographs.
Tips that help
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Keep warranty papers safe
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys as far as can safely be seen.
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles where we can see them.
What new roof snagging looks like in Hobbs Cross
The wider area around Hobbs Cross has a long history of building, with Hill Hall about 0.9 miles east. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Hobbs Cross is about 3 miles north-east of Loughton, in Essex. We survey roofs in Hobbs Cross as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Essex, we cover Hobbs Cross. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in CM16 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Hobbs Cross: Theydon Garnon (1 mile west), Steward's Green (1 mile north), Fiddlers Hamlet (1 mile north), Abridge (2 miles south) and Ivy Chimneys (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Harlow (7 miles north), Brentwood (8 miles south-east), Billericay (13 miles east), Loughton (3 miles south-west), Waltham Abbey (5 miles west) and Harold Wood (7 miles south-east).
What’s near Hobbs Cross
A little further out are St. Margaret's Hospital (2.3 miles north) and Epping Signalling Museum (1.7 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Gernon Bushes.
Common questions in Hobbs Cross
Will you come out to Hobbs Cross?
Yes, Hobbs Cross is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is Hobbs Cross in the area you cover?
Yes, Hobbs Cross is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Hobbs Cross as anywhere else.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
How much is new roof snagging?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we do not disturb the new coverings. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings, but we look at everything we can see safely.
What this survey can’t tell you
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
Why it is worth a survey now in Hobbs Cross
Offcuts left in a gutter can block it that soak walls. Spotting it now saves chasing damp later. In a small place like Hobbs Cross, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Hobbs Cross
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.