Greater London · London and the South East
Kilburn New Roof Snagging
We carry out new roof snagging in Kilburn and the rest of Greater London. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
Useful tips for Kilburn property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them, and our part is to report what we see.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
How new roof snagging works in Kilburn
Our snagging inspections cover Kilburn and the rest of London and South East England. A visit normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We inspect as far as it’s 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 offcuts and broken tiles left behind and damage to other parts of the building, on new-build homes, ridges and verges and replacement roofs.
In a London terrace or conversion, the roof often joins the neighbours’ roofs and shares their stacks and gutters, with parapet walls and party-wall upstands marking where one roof ends and the next begins. For a purchase or a new roof in Kilburn, that shapes what can be checked: only the parts we are given access to and can see safely are inspected. If it is a flat, the lease normally sets out who is responsible for the roof.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Where
- Kilburn (NW6, W9, W10)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Kilburn
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Kilburn?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Kilburn?
Yes, Kilburn is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
What insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Legal advice on your contract
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
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What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a London conversion, the way into the roof space is frequently from a communal landing or the top flat. If that applies to your building, it helps to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Everything else is planned around the building, not the postcode.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a report with photos.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Local roofs and buyers in Kilburn
Close to the centre of London, a great many houses are Victorian or Edwardian terraces, many of them roofed in Welsh slate. Behind many of their parapets sit butterfly roofs and valley gutters that cannot be seen from the pavement. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. The wider area around Kilburn has a long history of building, with Winfield House about 1.7 miles east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Kilburn is in London, so parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day easier, as a space near the door cannot be promised. If you own a rental within reach of Queens Park (London) station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Kilburn is about 3 miles north-west of City of Westminster, in Greater London. We provide new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Kilburn. Across Greater London, we cover Kilburn.
We cover every part of the NW6, W9 and W10 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We offer new roof snagging to properties on The Lane, Dyne Road and Quex Road and the roads around them. You will find Kilburn on the A4003, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Kilburn: Queen's Park (1 mile south), Kensal Rise (1 mile south-west), Brondesbury (1 mile north), Kensal Town (1 mile south) and Kensal Green (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles south-east), City of Westminster (3 miles south-east), Marylebone (3 miles south-east), Kensington (3 miles south), St Pancras (4 miles east) and Shoreditch (5 miles east).
Around Kilburn
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Brondesbury Arms, Maida Vale School and Queen’s Park, among other places. Kilburn has its own railway station: Queens Park (London) station. A little further out are Paddington General Hospital (1 mile south) and Brent Museum and Archives (1.3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Kilburn include Greville Place nature reserve and Primrose Hill.
Roof by roof
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. Leftover debris is recorded.
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. We check for vents where they’ve been fitted.
What affects the price in Kilburn
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Common roof problems in Kilburn
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush particularly in poor weather.
Common reasons to book include:
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
Take an older house close to St Anne's and St Andrew's: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before booking anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone