Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Medstead, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Medstead. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
New roof snagging in Medstead: what you get
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice while the roofer can still come back easily. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That gives you time to raise any snags. Our report gives you a clear, photographed list of snags to send to your roofer in good time. We’re often asked to look into flashings not properly dressed or fixed and missing or blocked roof ventilation, on loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and new-build homes.
In a smaller place like Medstead, some houses face open ground, so their roofs may take more wind and driving rain. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather typically shows first. Whether you are buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a careful look. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Where
- Medstead (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Medstead
Is Medstead within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is my home in Medstead listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and photograph what we find. It’s worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
How long does new roof snagging take?
A visit normally takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Medstead is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Checking the roof from ground level
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Why it is worth a survey now in Medstead
Some faults only show when water gets in. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. Around Medstead, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Medstead
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Visits on any day of the week
- 98% of customers satisfied
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
How the survey changes by roof type
Underlay and ventilation
The underlay should be dressed into the gutter at the eaves to carry water off. We check it where it’s visible.
Slate roofs
Broken slates left on a new roof are a common snag. They’re photographed for the report.
Buying a home or a new roof in Medstead
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. 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’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. Bentworth Hall, about 2.1 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Medstead. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of the Good Shepherd, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them. Landlords with a home close to Alton station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Medstead is about 4 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Medstead can all book new roof snagging, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
We work across GU34 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Whether your property is on High Street, Five Ash Road and Stoney Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Medstead, we cover Four Marks (1 mile south), South Town (1 mile north-west), Soldridge (1 mile south-west), New Copse (1 mile north) and Hattingley (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (10 miles north), Winchester (12 miles west), Fleet (14 miles north-east), Horndean (15 miles south), Alton (4 miles north-east) and Petersfield (9 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Medstead
The closest station to Medstead is Alton station, roughly 4.4 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Barton Castle (3 miles north-west) and Alton Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Medstead include Red Hill.
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Diary the defects period end date
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
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.
What affects the price in Medstead
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before you book.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where the property is, with the postcode
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.