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New roof snagging in Horton, Slough
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Horton? You can book new roof snagging in Horton and across Slough.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Untidy or loose verge details
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Cottages and farmhouses around Horton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- The loft space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
New roof snagging in Horton: what you get
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen including from the loft and the roof where it is safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. If you’ve noticed damage to other parts of the building and poorly finished verges, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Horton may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Horton (SL3, TW19)
- Region
- Slough
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Horton: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Horton?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Horton is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Horton?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best so snags can be raised while the job is still open. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Will you deal with my roofer if there is 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.
Prices for new roof snagging in Horton
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The roof’s overall size
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Horton homes and their roofs
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Frogmore House, about 2.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Horton. 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.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Michael, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Horton is about 3 miles north of Egham, in Slough. We carry out new roof snagging in Horton for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our Slough coverage includes Horton. Guildford is in our area too.
Surveys in SL3 and TW19 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Stanwell Road, Bells Lane and Foundry Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Brands Hill (1 mile north), Colnbrook (1 mile north-east), Sunnymeads (1 mile west), Poyle (1 mile north-east) and Wraysbury (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Slough (4 miles north-west), Cippenham (5 miles north-west), Chalvey (4 miles north-west), Britwell (6 miles north-west), Upton (3 miles north-west) and Burnham (7 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Horton
Around Horton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Five Bells Public House, Langley Grammar School and Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve, among other places. Horton’s nearest station is Sunnymeads station, about 1 mile west. Nearby you will also find Upton Hospital (3.3 miles north-west) and Windsor Castle (3 miles west). Not far away are Staines Reservoirs.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Horton
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Offcuts and broken pieces frequently end up in the gutters and on extension roofs.
Look out for signs like these:
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Poorly finished verges
If you let a flat or house near Sunnymeads station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What insurance they carry
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
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Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
How the survey changes by roof type
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the roof space dry. We check for vents where they’ve been fitted.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles that do not sit flat can let rain in. We note any that look out of place.