West Berkshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Mortimer
New roof snagging across Mortimer, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
Local roofs and buyers in Mortimer
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. About 3.6 miles south-east lies Stratfield Saye House, a reminder of how long the area around Mortimer has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Mortimer Methodist Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. If you own a rental within reach of Mortimer station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Mortimer is about 4 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in Mortimer, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. Mortimer is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover for new roof snagging. There’s also a page for Reading.
We work across the RG7 postcode area for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on The Street, Croft Road and Leigh Field or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Mortimer: Stratfield Mortimer (1 mile east), Mortimer West End (1 mile south-west), Goddard's Green (2 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (2 miles north) and Wokefield (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles west), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north) and Shaw (11 miles west).
Landmarks near Mortimer
In Mortimer, that means homes and buildings near The Willink School, The Willink School and Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve. For rail, the closest station is Mortimer station, roughly 1.4 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Calleva Museum (2 miles south-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.7 miles east). For a walk, there’s Hosehill Lake.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Mortimer
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photos. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. Common reasons to book are damage to other parts of the building and cracked mortar at the ridge or hips, across new flat roofs, flashings and valleys and new-build homes.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Mortimer, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. That applies whether you are buying in Mortimer or checking a new roof there. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Mortimer (RG7)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Mortimer
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. In an older home around Mortimer, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that is a much bigger job than the original defect.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before you book.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
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What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings around chimney stacks are a common weak point, so we look at them closely.
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. They’re recorded with photos.
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
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The survey, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a smaller place like Mortimer, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
What affects the price in Mortimer
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Mortimer: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Mortimer?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is Mortimer in the area you cover?
Yes, Mortimer is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Mortimer?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Will you deal with my roofer if there is a problem?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work, and you may want legal advice for that.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
What do you check on a new roof?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.