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New roof snagging in Maypole, Greater London
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Maypole. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
New roof snagging in Maypole
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice, while the roofer is still on hand. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That gives you time to raise any snags. You get a written list of snags with photographs, ready to pass on before the deadline. If you’re worried about underlay ending short at the eaves and damage to other parts of the building, we can find out what’s behind it, on new-build homes, new flat roofs and ridges and verges alike.
Homes across London range from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war blocks and new developments, so a property in Maypole might be any of these. Whether the roof is old or newly laid, the problem areas depend on how and when the building went up. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Maypole (BR6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How big the roof is
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Height and safe access
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- When you need the report by
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Local roofs and buyers in Maypole
Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces, outer London has a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs of clay or concrete tiles. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. Lullingstone Castle, about 2.4 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Maypole. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Maypole, along with any off-street space. Take an older house close to Mission Chapel: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Maypole is about 3 miles south-east of Orpington, in Greater London. Surveys in Maypole work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in London.
All of BR6 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Jubilee Road, Hollybush Lane and Maypole Road and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Maypole, we cover Bopeep (1 mile south), Well Hill (1 mile east), Chelsfield (1 mile north-west), Badgers Mount (1 mile south) and Goddington (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (14 miles north-west), Shoreditch (15 miles north-west), Whitechapel (14 miles north-west), Stockwell (14 miles north-west), Orpington (3 miles north-west) and Plaistow (13 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Maypole
Typical jobs here are in homes near Harris Academy Orpington, Hewitt's Chalk Bank and The Bo-Peep pub and the streets around them. Maypole’s nearest station is Knockholt station, about 0.7 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Lullingstone Castle (2.4 miles east) and Orpington Hospital (2 miles west). Not far away are The Warren and Summer Hill.
FAQs for Maypole
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Maypole?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Maypole?
Yes, Maypole is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Maypole as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and photograph what we find. It’s worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. That’s worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. Everyone then knows what to expect and time is set aside for snags.
Places near Maypole
What else we do in Maypole
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys from safe vantage points.
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are looked at.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it helps to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in Maypole runs like any other.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Advice
Signs you need new roof snagging in Maypole
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
If you own a rental within reach of Knockholt station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before booking anyone
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What happens after the report arrives
- Are they insured for the work?