Essex · London and the South East
Latton New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Latton and the rest of Essex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Anything about access we should know
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
About our new roof snagging in Latton
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen, and we look at the gutters too. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. We are frequently asked to look into underlay at the eaves left exposed and damage to other parts of the building, on loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and new-build homes.
Being in a small place like Latton makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Latton (CM17, CM18, CM20)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Latton
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
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What we do, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, it typically takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere as small as Latton, 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 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 checked.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
New roof snagging in Latton: local notes
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, alongside lots of post-war and newer estates. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Andrew, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Latton is about 1 mile south-east of Harlow, in Essex. Roofs in Latton get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Essex. Our Essex coverage includes Latton and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Here we cover the CM17, CM18 and CM20 postcode area for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on London Road, Minton Lane and Tumbler Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Being close to the A414, Latton is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Harlow (1 mile north-west), Mark Hall South (1 mile north-west), Newhall (1 mile north-east), Bush Fair (1 mile south-west) and Netteswell (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Brentwood (12 miles south-east), Loughton (8 miles south), Waltham Abbey (7 miles south-west), Great Dunmow (13 miles north-east), Epping (5 miles south) and Stansted Mountfitchet (10 miles north).
Around Latton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Passmores Academy, Harlow Marsh and Purple Emperor pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Harlow Town station, about 1.7 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Princess Alexandra Hospital (1.7 miles west) and Mark Hall Cycle Museum (0.9 miles north). Open spaces near Latton include Hunsdon Mead.
Why it is worth a survey now in Latton
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Outbuildings and barns around Latton are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Latton
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 20+ years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles where we can see them.
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the loft space dry. Fitted vents are checked.
Latton: your questions answered
Should a flat-roofed garage or porch in Latton be checked too?
Often, yes, so mention it as you book. Flat-roofed garages and porches are common in new towns like Harlow, and older felt coverings may be near the end of their life.
Will you come out to Latton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. A disagreement about the work is between you and them, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Latton
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters or damage lower roofs.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
For landlords with property near Harlow Town station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How soon the report will arrive