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New Roof Snagging in Maybush
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Maybush and across Southampton.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
Landlord and commercial surveys in Maybush
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer.
How new roof snagging works in Maybush
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the new roof and around it. The findings go into a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. Common reasons to book are broken coverings left on a new roof and untidy or loose verge details, on loft conversions and dormers, flashings and valleys and ridges and verges.
Around Maybush, you will mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Older roofs often have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
The report records the new roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Maybush (SO16, SO15)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging around Maybush
Maybush is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
Historic houses such as Southampton Tudor House and Garden, about 2.9 miles south-east, show how far back building around Maybush goes. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy. For landlords with property near Redbridge station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Maybush is about 3 miles east of Totton, in Southampton. Whether the building in Maybush is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Southampton coverage includes Maybush.
Here we cover the SO16 and SO15 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Link Road, Palm Road and Vine Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Coxford (1 mile north-east), Hillyfields (1 mile north-west), Regents Park (1 mile south-east), Shirley (1 mile south-east) and Millbrook (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (3 miles east), Townhill Park (4 miles east), Midanbury (4 miles east), Thornhill (5 miles east), Chartwell Green (4 miles east) and Harefield (5 miles east).
Local landmarks in Maybush
In Maybush, that means homes and buildings near St James' Park, Bridge Tavern and Regents Park Community College and the streets around them. Maybush’s nearest station is Redbridge station, about 1.2 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Eling Experience (1.8 miles south-west) and Western Community Hospital (less than half a mile south). The countryside around Maybush includes Testwood Lakes.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Pricing the remedial work
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. A visit to a smaller place like Maybush is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
You receive a written report with photos of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
Towns and villages near Maybush
What else we do in Maybush
Signs you need new roof snagging in Maybush
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in at the first heavy rain.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
Take an older house close to St Peter's Church: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What experience they bring
Maybush questions
Is the coastal weather around Maybush hard on roofs?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Maybush is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Is my home in Maybush listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder though our report gives you the facts we saw.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is Maybush in your area?
Yes, we do. We carry out new roof snagging in Maybush.