Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Ibstone, Buckinghamshire
New roof snagging in Ibstone, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ibstone
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
How new roof snagging works in Ibstone
Our snagging inspections cover Ibstone and the rest of London and the South East. A visit typically takes between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We inspect as far as it is safe to see, and by drone where it’s applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. Common reasons to book are ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed and underlay not dressed into the gutter, across new flat roofs, flashings and valleys and replacement roofs.
Somewhere as small as Ibstone, 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.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Ibstone (HP14)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price new roof snagging
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
- When you need the report by
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Towns and villages near Ibstone
Also in Ibstone
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What new roof snagging looks like in Ibstone
About 3 miles south lies Stonor Park, a reminder of how long the area around Ibstone has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you own a rental within reach of Saunderton station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Ibstone is about 7 miles west of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. We carry out new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Ibstone and nearby. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: HP14. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Northend (1 mile south-west), Turville Heath (2 miles south), Christmas Common (2 miles west), Stonor (3 miles south) and Crowell Hill (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (13 miles north), High Wycombe (7 miles east), Chesham (14 miles east), Marlow (8 miles south-east), Amersham (14 miles east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles east).
Around Ibstone
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Fox pub. The closest station to Ibstone is Saunderton station, roughly 4.6 miles north-east. Green spaces nearby include Bald Hill and Aston Rowant NNR.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Ibstone
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ibstone?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Is my home in Ibstone listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How long does new roof snagging take?
A visit usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
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 check everything we can see safely.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and photograph what we find. It’s worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Ibstone
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Poorly finished verges
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Nicholas, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before booking anyone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their insurance cover
- What experience they bring
- What happens after the report arrives
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Book a check well before it so there’s time to raise anything.
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older roofs in small places like Ibstone can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- 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.
- We send a photo-illustrated written report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.