Essex · London and the South East
Marks Gate New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging across Marks Gate, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Poorly finished verges
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
About our new roof snagging in Marks Gate
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. Roof snags frequently show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can safely be seen and record what we find. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We survey replacement roofs, new flat roofs and ridges and verges, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are vents that weren’t fitted or are covered and flashings not properly dressed or fixed.
Some older homes in villages like Marks Gate are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Marks Gate (RM7, RM5, RM6)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the new roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older roofs in small places like Marks Gate can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
What new roof snagging does not cover
It is a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Whether the roof will leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
Signs you need new roof snagging in Marks Gate
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush, especially when the weather is against them.
Look out for signs like these:
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Damage to other parts of the building
If you let a flat or house near Chadwell Heath station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which limits apply to the survey
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Towns and villages near Marks Gate
Other services in Marks Gate
Landlord and commercial surveys in Marks Gate
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Marks Gate. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Useful tips for Marks Gate property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It’s a dated record of the roof at handover.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Book a check well before it so there is time to raise anything.
Marks Gate homes and their roofs
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and plenty of post-war and modern estates besides. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. With Hare Hall about 2.8 miles east, Marks Gate sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mark's, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Marks Gate is about 2 miles north-west of Romford, in Essex. We cover Marks Gate and the rest of Essex. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for London.
We survey roofs across the RM7, RM5 and RM6 postcode area for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Walton Road, Hamlet Road and Hog Hill Road. You’ll find Marks Gate on the A1112, so it’s easy for us to get to. If you are just outside Marks Gate, we cover Chadwell Heath (1 mile south), Little Heath (1 mile south-west), Collier Row (1 mile east), Rise Park (2 miles east) and Romford (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Basildon (14 miles east), Harlow (12 miles north), Brentwood (7 miles east), Billericay (12 miles east), Loughton (5 miles north-west) and Waltham Abbey (9 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Marks Gate
Around Marks Gate, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Warren School, Fairlop Waters and Colley Rowe Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Chadwell Heath station, roughly 1.9 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Redbridge Museum (3.8 miles south-west) and Romford Shopping Hall (1.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Hainault Lodge.
Prices for new roof snagging in Marks Gate
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Marks Gate questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Marks Gate?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Marks Gate is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Marks Gate is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. The report lists snags with photos to raise with the builder.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
How long will you be on site?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We will give you an idea when booking.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What do you check on a new roof?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it’s safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.