Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Little Posbrook
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags around Little Posbrook, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Pricing the remedial work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
How new roof snagging works in Little Posbrook
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice, while the roofer is still on hand. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That gives you time to raise any snags. You get a written list of snags with photos, ready to pass on in good time. We’re often asked to look into cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, across new flat roofs, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges.
Some older homes in villages like Little Posbrook are listed or sit 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 are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Little Posbrook (PO14)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Little Posbrook
Raising snags before the final payment is normally simpler. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Around Little Posbrook, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- PI and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Photographs and a written report every time
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
What we’re asked to look at in Little Posbrook
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.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
If you own a rental within reach of Fareham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What insurance they carry
Nearby places to Little Posbrook
What else we do in Little Posbrook
How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a small place like Little Posbrook, access is typically the main thing to plan. 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.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- The loft space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Useful tips for Little Posbrook property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
What new roof snagging looks like in Little Posbrook
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Little Posbrook, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Little Posbrook is about 2 miles south-west of Fareham, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Little Posbrook, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Little Posbrook is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for new roof snagging. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in PO14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Titchfield (1 mile north), Abshot (1 mile north-west), Hill Head (1 mile south-east), Stubbington (1 mile south-east) and Titchfield Common (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gosport (5 miles south-east), Havant (11 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north-west), Horndean (11 miles north-east), Totton (13 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (12 miles north-west).
Near you in Little Posbrook
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Coach & Horses pub and Crofton School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Fareham station, about 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Fareham Community Hospital (2.8 miles north-west) and Fareham Shopping Centre (3.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Holly Hill Woodland Park.
Little Posbrook questions
Is the coastal weather around Little Posbrook hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 1 mile of the sea, as Little Posbrook is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
How do I find out if my home in Little Posbrook is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We don’t open up the new roof so hidden fixings are not visible to us. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Will you check the loft?
If there is 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.