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Kingston upon Thames New Roof Snagging
Independent new roof snagging in Kingston upon Thames. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
New roof snagging in Kingston upon Thames: what you get
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the roof space for condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. We record what we see. We survey new flat roofs, ridges and verges and flashings and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are underlay ending short at the eaves and debris left in gutters or valleys.
London terraces and converted houses often share a roof line, chimney stacks and gutters with the house next door, with parapet walls and party-wall upstands marking where one roof ends and the next begins. That matters for anyone buying in Kingston upon Thames or checking a new roof there: we inspect what we’re given access to and can see safely, which may not include a neighbour’s side. For a flat, the lease normally says who looks after the roof.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Kingston upon Thames (KT2, KT1, TW10)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos. On timing, it usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In Kingston upon Thames, as in much of London, plenty of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us about parking before the day
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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When to book a survey in Kingston upon Thames
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are frequently where things go wrong, particularly when the weather is against them.
Problems we come across often include:
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
For a London address like Kingston upon Thames, it’s useful to know about controlled parking before the day, along with any off-street space.
Questions to ask before booking
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their track record with similar roofs
Why it’s worth a survey now in Kingston upon Thames
It’s easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on it can be harder to get them back. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- An independent look at the roof
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Prices for new roof snagging in Kingston upon Thames
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
- Height and safe access
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to let us know when you contact us
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Common questions in Kingston upon Thames
How do I find out if my home in Kingston upon Thames is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover Kingston upon Thames?
Yes, Kingston upon Thames is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Kingston upon Thames as anywhere else.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. For a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
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.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How the survey changes by roof type
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the roof space dry. Fitted vents are looked at.
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so it needs to be finished well. The lining and the cut coverings along it are looked at.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Local roofs and buyers in Kingston upon Thames
Outer London has lots of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. The wider area around Kingston upon Thames has a long history of building, with Hampton Court Palace about 1.8 miles south-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Kingston station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. Take an older house close to Church of St Luke: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Kingston upon Thames is about 7 miles south-west of Kensington, in Greater London. Kingston upon Thames is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Greater London coverage includes Kingston upon Thames. You can also see our page for London.
Surveys in KT2, KT1 and TW10 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Sigrist Square, Old London Road and London Road. With the B3365 close by, Kingston upon Thames is easy for us to reach for new roof snagging. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Norbiton (1 mile east), Coombe (2 miles east), New Malden (2 miles south-east), Coombe Hill (2 miles north-east) and Motspur Park (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (11 miles north-east), City of Westminster (9 miles north-east), Marylebone (10 miles north-east), Kensington (7 miles north-east), St Pancras (11 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (12 miles north-east).
Near you in Kingston upon Thames
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Canbury Gardens, The Grey Horse pub and Kingston Grammar School. Kingston upon Thames has its own railway station: Kingston station. Nearby you will also find Eel Pie Island Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Kingston Hospital (0.7 miles east). Not far away are Rose Walk and Kingston Hill Road area.