Surrey · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Munstead Heath
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Munstead Heath. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
About our new roof snagging in Munstead Heath
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it is worth raising early. We record what we see. We survey new-build homes, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are underlay at the eaves left exposed and gaps at new flashings.
In a village or hamlet like Munstead Heath, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Munstead Heath (GU8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. We check for vents where they’ve been fitted.
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a small place like Munstead Heath, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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When to book a survey in Munstead Heath
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong, particularly when the weather is against them.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
Take an older house close to St John the Baptist Church: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their report turnaround times
- Are they insured for the work?
How we price new roof snagging
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Questions from Munstead Heath
Is my home in Munstead Heath listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Munstead Heath?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Munstead Heath is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
A visit typically takes an hour or two for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We’ll give you an idea when booking.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Will you deal with my roofer if there is a problem?
No, we report on the roof and do not take sides. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Munstead Heath homes and their roofs
In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Historic houses such as Loseley Park, about 3 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Munstead Heath goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Godalming station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Munstead Heath is about 5 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Munstead Heath, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Munstead Heath is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover for new roof snagging.
Here we cover the GU8 postcode area for new roof snagging. Close by, we survey roofs in Thorncombe Street (1 mile east), Hascombe (2 miles south-east), Birtley Green (2 miles east), Bramley (2 miles north-east) and Grafham (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (5 miles north), Woking (10 miles north), Camberley (13 miles north-west), Farnham (9 miles west), Dorking (12 miles east) and Frimley (11 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Munstead Heath
In Munstead Heath, that means homes and buildings near Phillips Memorial Park, Godalming College and St Hilary's School and the streets around them. Munstead Heath’s nearest station is Godalming station, roughly 1.5 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Godalming Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Milford Hospital (1.4 miles west). For a walk, there’s Farncombe Wood and Frith Hill.