Surrey · London and the South East
Merle Common New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Merle Common, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Merle Common
We carry out new roof snagging in Merle Common and across London and South East England. A visit normally takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked, and by drone where it is applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. Common reasons to book are tiles or slates sitting out of line and debris left in gutters or valleys, across new-build homes, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys.
Being in a small place like Merle Common makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Merle Common (RH8)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Merle Common
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
How we price new roof snagging
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The size of the roof
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- When you need the report by
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The address and postcode of the property
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Towns and villages near Merle Common
What else we do in Merle Common
Why it is worth a survey now in Merle Common
Offcuts left in a gutter can block it and send water down the walls. Spotting it now saves chasing damp later. Around Merle Common, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys on any day of the week
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Merle Common
Is my home in Merle Common listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Merle Common?
Yes, Merle Common is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We do not open up the new roof so hidden fixings aren’t visible to us. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Cottages and farmhouses around Merle Common often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the roof space dry. Fitted vents are looked at.
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so a new slate roof should be laid well. Cracked, slipped or uneven slates are noted.
Buying a home or a new roof in Merle Common
Chartwell, about 3.3 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Merle Common. 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. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Landlords with a home close to Hurst Green station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Merle Common is about 6 miles south-east of Caterham, in Surrey. We cover Merle Common and the rest of Surrey, as part of our work across London and the South East. Merle Common is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. There’s also a page for Crawley.
Here we cover the RH8 postcode area for new roof snagging. Other places close to Merle Common include Crowhurst (1 mile south-west), Troy Town (2 miles south-east), Hurst Green (2 miles north-west), Pains-Hill (2 miles north) and Crowhurst Lane End (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (14 miles north-west), Horley (8 miles west), Redhill (8 miles west), Ewell (15 miles north-west), Reigate (9 miles west) and Caterham (6 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Merle Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Oxted School and the streets around them. The closest station to Merle Common is Hurst Green station, about 1.4 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Tandridge Priory (2.1 miles north) and Haxted Watermill Museum (2.5 miles south). The countryside around Merle Common includes Botley Hill and Bay Pond.