Hampshire · London and the South East
New Forest New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in New Forest, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older rural homes like those around New Forest can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Keep pets in another room
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
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New roof snagging in New Forest: what you get
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions where the work is most fiddly. We inspect as far as can be seen safely and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. We survey new-build homes, loft conversions and dormers and flashings and valleys, and common reasons people get in touch are underlay ending short at the eaves and missing or blocked roof ventilation.
Some older homes in villages like New Forest are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Location
- New Forest (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near New Forest
What else we do in New Forest
Why act early in New Forest
Raising snags before the final payment is typically simpler. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on it can be harder to get them back. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. For older village homes like those around New Forest, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Pricing the remedial work
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
New Forest: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like New Forest?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you cover New Forest?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It typically takes an hour or two at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
How do I book a survey in New Forest?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
You receive a written report with photos of each snag and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
Buying a home or a new roof in New Forest
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your 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, so check with the council. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For any home in New Forest, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
New Forest is in Hampshire. We survey roofs in New Forest and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. New Forest is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
New roof snagging in SP6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Sillens Lane and Townsend Lane. We also cover Martin (1 mile north-east), Rockbourne (3 miles east) and Damerham (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ringwood (11 miles south-east), Fordingbridge (6 miles south-east), St Leonards (11 miles south), Alderholt (6 miles south-east), Poulner (11 miles south-east) and Ashley Heath (10 miles south).
Near you in New Forest
Well-known places in the area include Cranborne Castle Hill (4.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Western Downs.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Landlords, agents and building managers in New Forest and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.