Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Marlow Common, Buckinghamshire
Need new roof snagging in Marlow Common? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
- The roof’s overall size
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
About our new roof snagging in Marlow Common
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible, and we check the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photographs. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. If you’ve noticed loose or badly finished ridge tiles and missing or blocked roof ventilation, we can find out what’s behind it, on new-build homes, loft conversions and dormers and replacement roofs alike.
Somewhere as small as Marlow Common, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Marlow Common (SL7)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. They’re recorded with photos.
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles as far as can be seen.
Local roofs and buyers in Marlow Common
With Harleyford Manor about 1.6 miles south, Marlow Common sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
Marlow Common is about 2 miles west of Marlow, in Buckinghamshire. We carry out new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Marlow Common. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, large and small. There is also a page for Reading.
We cover every part of SL7 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Bovingdon Green (1 mile east), Mundaydean Bottom (1 mile north), Chisbridge Cross (1 mile north-west), Danesfield (1 mile south) and Bockmer End (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover High Wycombe (4 miles north-east), Chesham (13 miles north-east), Amersham (11 miles north-east), Beaconsfield (7 miles east), Chalfont St Peter (11 miles east) and Princes Risborough (10 miles north).
Local landmarks in Marlow Common
Around Marlow Common, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Royal Oak pub and Sir William Borlase's Grammar School and the streets around them. Marlow Common’s nearest station is Marlow station, about 1.9 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include High Wycombe Castle (4.6 miles north-east) and Marlow Community Hospital (1.7 miles east). Open spaces near Marlow Common include Carpenter's Wood.
When to book a survey in Marlow Common
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong particularly in poor weather.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
If you let a flat or house near Marlow station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Their insurance cover
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Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It is a dated record of the roof at handover.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
How it works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the new roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes an hour or two for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Marlow Common, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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 looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Marlow Common: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Marlow Common 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.
Do you cover smaller places like Marlow Common?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How long will you be on site?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the new roof, useful for planning maintenance.