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New roof snagging in Kingston, Portsmouth
New roof snagging across Kingston, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
Common questions in Kingston
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Kingston, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows.
How do I find out if my home in Kingston is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
How much is new roof snagging?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
New roof snagging in Kingston
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. At the eaves we look at how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. If you’ve noticed damage to other parts of the building and untidy or loose verge details, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Kingston, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Low roofs are easier to see from the ground, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Kingston. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Kingston (PO1, PO3, PO4)
- Wider area
- Portsmouth
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Kingston homes and their roofs
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Kingston, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. 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.
The streets around a church like Church of St Cuthbert are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Kingston is about 1 mile south-east of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. We survey roofs in Kingston and the rest of Portsmouth. We cover towns and villages across Portsmouth.
Every address in PO1, PO3 and PO4 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Renny Road, Clive Road and Union Road. Kingston is on the A288, which makes it simple to reach. Other places close to Kingston include Fratton (1 mile south-west), Baffins (1 mile north-east), Copnor (1 mile north), Portsmouth (1 mile north-west) and Landport (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Wymering (3 miles north), Paulsgrove (3 miles north), Cosham (3 miles north), Drayton (3 miles north) and Farlington (3 miles north-east).
Around Kingston
Typical jobs here are in homes near Langstone Infant School, Graham Arms and Alexandra Park and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Fratton station, about 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum (1 mile west) and St Mary's Hospital (less than half a mile south-east). Open spaces near Kingston include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Kingston
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Prices for new roof snagging in Kingston
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Height and safe access
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Other services in Kingston
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. In an older home around Kingston, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- A photo-illustrated written report
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 20+ years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
What happens on the day
Photos 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. Homes around Kingston often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Roof by roof
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys as far as can safely be seen.
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. Leftover debris is recorded.
Common roof problems in Kingston
Flashings at walls and chimneys often need attention. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in at the first heavy rain.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
If you let a flat or house near Fratton station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs