Hampshire · London and the South East
Locks Heath New Roof Snagging
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Locks Heath. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
About our new roof snagging in Locks Heath
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. It all goes in the report. Typical surveys look at signs of condensation in the roof space and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates, on loft conversions and dormers, flashings and valleys and ridges and verges.
Around Locks Heath, you will mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Locks Heath (SO31, PO14, PO15)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. A visit to Locks Heath is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
It’s easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. After the final payment it can be harder to get them back. Our report lists what to raise. Arranging work in a smaller place like Locks Heath is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
New roof snagging in Locks Heath: local notes
Locks Heath is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If you own a rental within reach of Swanwick station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. Take an older house close to St John: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Locks Heath is about 3 miles west of Fareham, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Locks Heath, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Hampshire coverage includes Locks Heath and the places around it. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in SO31, PO14 and PO15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Church Road, Lower Church Road and Laxton Close. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Titchfield Common (1 mile south-east), Park Gate (1 mile north), Warsash (1 mile south-west), Sarisbury (1 mile north-west) and Segensworth (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (6 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Locks Heath
Around Locks Heath, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Brookfield Community School and Language College and Jolly Farmer Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Swanwick station, about 0.9 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St Andrew's Castle (2.2 miles west) and Carron Row Farm Museum (1.6 miles east). For a walk, there is Holly Hill Woodland Park.
Common questions in Locks Heath
Is Locks Heath within the area you cover?
Yes, Locks Heath is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is my home in Locks Heath listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best so snags can be raised while the job is still open. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Locks Heath
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.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Towns and villages near Locks Heath
Also in Locks Heath
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
Prices for new roof snagging in Locks Heath
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.