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New Roof Snagging in Hungerford Green
Know where you stand with the new roof before you spend money on it. New roof snagging in Hungerford Green, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. If there’s a dispute, it is between you and your roofer or builder; we report on what we see.
Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
New roof snagging in Hungerford Green
Building work can leave a mess behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs, and for damage to other parts of the building. Each item is photographed. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. If you’re worried about flashings not properly dressed or fixed and underlay ending short at the eaves, we can find out what’s behind it, on loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and new flat roofs alike.
Somewhere as small as Hungerford Green, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Place
- Hungerford Green (RG8)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Hungerford Green
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
If you own a rental within reach of Goring & Streatley station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What experience they bring
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
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.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Hungerford Green 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- 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.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a photo-illustrated written report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
New roof snagging in Hungerford Green: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. About 3.4 miles east lies Basildon Park, a reminder of how long the area around Hungerford Green has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Hungerford Green is about 7 miles south of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Surveys in Hungerford Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Hungerford Green is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading.
We cover every part of the RG8 postcode area for new roof snagging. We cover properties on Bell Lane and The Glebe and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Streatley (2 miles east), Goring (3 miles east), Lower Basildon (3 miles east), Moulsford (3 miles north-east) and South Stoke (4 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Didcot (7 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles north), Wantage (11 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles east), Grove (12 miles north-west) and Benson (9 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Hungerford Green
Around Hungerford Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Bell Inn, among other places. The closest station to Hungerford Green is Goring & Streatley station, about 2.9 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hampstead Norris Castle (2.8 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Churn Hill and Withymead Nature Reserve.
How we price new roof snagging
To price your survey, we look at:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- When you need the report by
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Questions from Hungerford Green
Is my home in Hungerford Green listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hungerford Green?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Hungerford Green is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and photograph what we find. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The roof space is looked at where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.