Surrey · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Keeper's Corner
New roof snagging in Keeper's Corner from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Poorly finished verges
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
New roof snagging in Keeper's Corner
Ventilation matters on a new roof. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. It all goes in the report. If you are worried about missing or blocked roof ventilation and untidy or loose verge details, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Keeper's Corner 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. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Location
- Keeper's Corner (RH6, RH10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
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. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere as small as Keeper's Corner, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- 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.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Diary the defects period end date
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Keeper's Corner
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Keeper's Corner. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Places near Keeper's Corner
What else we do in Keeper's Corner
Common questions in Keeper's Corner
How do I find out if my home in Keeper's Corner is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Keeper's Corner?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How long does new roof snagging take?
A visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What do you check on a new roof?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Buying a home or a new roof in Keeper's Corner
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Historic houses like Saint Hill Manor, about 4.8 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Keeper's Corner goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Church of St Bartholomew: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Keeper's Corner is about 3 miles south-east of Horley, in Surrey. We visit Keeper's Corner as part of our work across Surrey, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Keeper's Corner is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover for new roof snagging.
We work across RH6 and RH10 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Effingham Road and Redehall Road. Main roads around Keeper's Corner include the B2037, so getting to you is simple. Close by, we survey roofs in Burstow (1 mile west), Shipley Bridge (1 mile west), Copthorne (1 mile south-west), Fernhill (1 mile west) and Smallfield (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (14 miles north-west), Horley (3 miles north-west), Redhill (6 miles north-west), Ewell (15 miles north-west), Reigate (7 miles north-west) and Caterham (9 miles north).
What’s near Keeper's Corner
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Curious Pig in the Parlour pub and Oakwood School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Gatwick Airport station, about 2.3 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Langley Green Hospital (3.9 miles west) and Effingham Park Motor Museum (1.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake.
Honest limits
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- What’s under the new coverings
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
What we are asked to look at in Keeper's Corner
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
Landlords with a home close to Gatwick Airport station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
What to check before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- What the survey will not cover
- What experience they bring
- What insurance they carry