Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Horndean
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Horndean, with photos and a written report.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
Useful tips for Horndean property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Check before your warranty period ends
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. If there’s a dispute, it’s between you and your roofer or builder; we report on what we see.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.
About our new roof snagging in Horndean
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photos. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. We are frequently asked to look into gutters or fascias damaged during the job and cracked mortar at the ridge or hips, on ridges and verges, new-build homes and flashings and valleys.
In a town like Horndean, older streets typically sit alongside post-war and newer estates. Older houses often have slate or clay tiles on timbers that have done decades of work, while many later ones have concrete interlocking tiles. Whether you are buying or have just had a new roof, the checks depend on which you have. Many older roofs also have felt underlay or none at all, which matters as much as the tiles.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Horndean (PO8, PO7)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Horndean
What else we do in Horndean
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What affects the price in Horndean
We confirm the exact price before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- House, block, shop or office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. A survey in Horndean needs access inside and out, including the loft hatch and any rooms with damp. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We check the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Buying a home or a new roof in Horndean
Horndean is within about 5 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale, so exposed details get a close look whether you are buying or signing off new work. The wider area around Horndean has a long history of building, with Warblington Castle about 4.8 miles south-east. 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 any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark like Saint Wilfrid's, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Horndean is about 7 miles north-east of Portsmouth, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Horndean is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Horndean is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for new roof snagging. Portsmouth is in our area too.
New roof snagging in PO8 and PO7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer new roof snagging to properties on London Road, Kings Mede and Causeway Farm and the roads around them. Being close to the A3 and A3(M), Horndean is simple for us to get to. If you’re just outside Horndean, we cover Lovedean (1 mile west), Wecock Farm (1 mile south-west), Catherington (2 miles north), Anmore (2 miles west) and Denmead (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Gosport (9 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles south), Eastleigh (15 miles west), Fareham (9 miles south-west), Hedge End (13 miles west) and Petersfield (7 miles north-east). As one of the bigger places in Hampshire, Horndean has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Around Horndean
In Horndean, that means homes and buildings near Horndean Infant School and Red Lion Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Rowlands Castle station, about 2.6 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles south) and Clanfield Earthwork (3 miles north-east). Not far away are Windmill Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
When to book a survey in Horndean
Most householders can’t get a good look at their new roof. From the pavement, many faults are invisible before you pay.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
If you own a rental within reach of Rowlands Castle station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Will the report include photos?
Landlord and commercial surveys in Horndean
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Horndean: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Horndean?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Horndean as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Horndean?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.