Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Lyneham New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging across Lyneham, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Damage to other parts of the building
New roof snagging in Lyneham
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely, from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. We’re often asked to look into flashings not properly dressed or fixed and broken coverings left on a new roof, on new-build homes, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers.
Some older homes in villages like Lyneham 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’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Lyneham (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. A snagging inspection before then leaves time to act. Outbuildings and barns around Lyneham are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
For a price for your roof in Lyneham, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Lyneham
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
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FAQs for Lyneham
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lyneham?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Lyneham is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Lyneham 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’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older roofs in small places like Lyneham can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Useful tips for Lyneham property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. That’s worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. Everyone then knows what to expect and time is set aside for snags.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lyneham
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
What new roof snagging looks like in Lyneham
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. 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. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Around Lyneham, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in. For landlords with property near Shipton station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Lyneham is about 8 miles north of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Lyneham can all book new roof snagging, with a written report and photographs every time. Lyneham is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work for new roof snagging. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
All of OX7 is covered for new roof snagging. Other places close to Lyneham include Shipton-under-Wychwood (2 miles south), Ascott Earl (2 miles south-east), Ascott-under-Wychwood (2 miles south-east), Ascott d'Oyley (2 miles south-east) and Chilson (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Witney (8 miles south-east), Carterton (8 miles south), Kidlington (14 miles east), Chipping Norton (5 miles north-east), Woodstock (11 miles east) and Cogges (8 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Lyneham
Lyneham’s nearest station is Shipton station, about 1.1 miles south.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
To get a price for new roof snagging in Lyneham, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.