Essex · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Matching
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Matching. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Untidy or loose verge details
New roof snagging in Matching
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible, and we look at the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photos. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. We survey replacement roofs, new-build homes and loft conversions and dormers, and people most frequently book us about tiles or slates sitting out of line and underlay not dressed into the gutter.
Being in a small place like Matching makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Matching (CM17)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging around Matching
About 4.1 miles north-east lies Barrington Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Matching has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
Landlords with a home close to Sawbridgeworth station may find that a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Matching is about 4 miles east of Harlow, in Essex. We carry out new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Matching and nearby. Our Essex coverage includes Matching and the places around it. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of CM17 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Newman's End (1 mile north), Matching Tye (1 mile south-west), Housham Tye (1 mile south-west), Loyter's Green (1 mile south) and Magdalen Laver (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (13 miles east), Harlow (4 miles west), Brentwood (12 miles south), Billericay (15 miles south-east), Loughton (11 miles south-west) and Waltham Abbey (11 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Matching
The nearest railway station is Sawbridgeworth station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Mark Hall Cycle Museum (3.2 miles west) and Princess Alexandra Hospital (4.9 miles west). The countryside around Matching includes Sawbridgeworth Marsh.
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Matching questions
Do you cover Matching?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Matching as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Matching within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
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 the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Matching
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are frequently where things go wrong particularly in poor weather.
We are often asked to look at:
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Damage to other parts of the building
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St Mary, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Which survey package you book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Rural addresses near Matching can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags often show on tiled roofs. We check them closely.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a careful look at the new roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- A promise that the roof will not leak
- Pricing the remedial work
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
Useful tips for Matching property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.