Surrey · London and the South East
Nalderswood New Roof Snagging
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Nalderswood from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older rural homes like those around Nalderswood can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- 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.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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New roof snagging in Nalderswood: what you get
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the loft space for 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 are frequently asked to look into debris left in gutters or valleys and broken coverings left on a new roof, on replacement roofs, flashings and valleys and new flat roofs.
For a small place like Nalderswood, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on weekdays and at weekends.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Nalderswood (RH2)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Your questions about new roof snagging in Nalderswood
Do you carry out roof surveys in Nalderswood?
Yes, Nalderswood is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Nalderswood 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 climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Ideally before you make the final payment so snags can be raised while the job is still open. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Common roof problems in Nalderswood
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Poorly finished verges
- Gaps at new flashings
If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs frequently have snags at the verges and eaves. We check them closely.
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so the detailing matters. We check the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
New roof snagging around Nalderswood
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you own a rental within reach of Salfords station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Nalderswood is about 3 miles west of Horley, in Surrey. Roofs in Nalderswood get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. Nalderswood is one of the places in Surrey where we work. There is also a page for Crawley.
Every address in RH2 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Smalls Hill Road and Deanoak Lane. We also cover Norwood Hill (1 mile south-east), Shellwood Cross (1 mile west), Parkgate (2 miles south-west), Cudworth (2 miles south-west) and Charlwood (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (15 miles west), Epsom (10 miles north), Horley (3 miles east), Redhill (4 miles north-east), Ewell (11 miles north) and Reigate (3 miles north-east).
Around Nalderswood
Around Nalderswood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Edolph's Copse, among other places. The closest station to Nalderswood is Salfords station, roughly 3.4 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Reigate Priory Museum (3.3 miles north-east) and East Surrey Hospital (3.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Reigate Heath and Colley Hill.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Raising snags before the final payment is typically simpler. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. Our report lists what to raise. For an older or listed building in a place like Nalderswood, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.