Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Martyr Worthy, Hampshire
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Martyr Worthy. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Gaps at new flashings
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Martyr Worthy
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely, from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. Typical surveys look at underlay at the eaves left exposed and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, on flashings and valleys, new-build homes and loft conversions and dormers.
In a village or hamlet like Martyr Worthy, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Martyr Worthy (SO21)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes an hour or two at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Martyr Worthy can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
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What we look for on each type of roof
Underlay and ventilation
At the eaves, the underlay should run into the gutter to carry water off. We check it where it can be seen.
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles as far as can be seen.
What new roof snagging does not cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Details hidden from sight
- Whether the roof will leak in future
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Martyr Worthy
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
Landlord and commercial surveys in Martyr Worthy
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Questions from Martyr Worthy
Is Martyr Worthy within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Martyr Worthy?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
New roof snagging in Martyr Worthy: local notes
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Swithin are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Martyr Worthy is about 4 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. In Martyr Worthy, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Martyr Worthy is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Southampton is in our area too.
We survey roofs across SO21 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Chilland Lane and Bridgetts Lane or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover Itchen Abbas (1 mile east), Easton (1 mile south-west), Abbots Worthy (2 miles west), Itchen Stoke (2 miles east) and Kings Worthy (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (13 miles north-east), Winchester (4 miles south-west), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Andover (13 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (10 miles south-west) and Alton (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Martyr Worthy
We work in homes and buildings around The Plough pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Winchester station, about 3.5 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Wolvesey Castle (3.5 miles south-west) and Royal Observer Corps Museum (2.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Martyr Worthy includes Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
Do you need new roof snagging in Martyr Worthy?
Flashings at walls and chimneys often need attention. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in at the first heavy rain.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Gaps at new flashings
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
Landlords with a home close to Winchester station may find that it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Questions to ask before you book
- What experience they bring
- Is VAT included in the price?
- When you will get the report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one