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New roof snagging in North End, Greater London
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in North End. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Poorly finished verges
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in North End
Our snagging inspections cover North End and the rest of London and South East England. Time on site normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked including by drone where it applies. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. We survey replacement roofs, ridges and verges and new-build homes, and people most frequently book us about underlay ending short at the eaves and tiles or slates sitting out of line.
Homes across London range from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war blocks and new developments, so a property in North End might be any of these. Whether the roof is old or newly laid, the problem areas depend on how and when the building went up. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- North End (W14, SW6, SW5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
North End: your questions answered
Is parking a problem for a survey in North End?
It rarely stops a survey, but it is worth planning. Let us know what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
How do I find out if my home in North End is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we don’t disturb the new coverings. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden so we focus on what can be seen.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Everything we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. The loft space is looked at where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when booking.
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What we do, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a London area like North End, the main things to sort out are parking and access: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. On the day, the roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from inside the loft space and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- 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.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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North End homes and their roofs
Garden Lodge, about 0.4 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around North End. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, frequently with Welsh slate roofs. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. If your home in North End is one of them, lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are part of the picture too. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
For an older house near a landmark such as St. Andrew's Fulham Fields, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. As a London address, North End can be tricky for parking: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day easier, as a space near the door cannot be promised.
North End is about 1 mile south of Kensington, in Greater London. North End is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of W14, SW6 and SW5 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets like Sun Road, Star Road and Field Road, all of which we cover. We also cover West Kensington (1 mile east), Brook Green (1 mile north-west), Fulham (1 mile south), Hammersmith (1 mile west) and Brackenbury Village (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like London (5 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles north-east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
What’s near North End
We work in homes and buildings around Seven Stars pub, Polish Library POSK in London and Avonmore Primary School. North End’s nearest station is Kensington Olympia station, roughly 0.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hammersmith Broadway (0.7 miles west) and Montfichet's Tower (4.8 miles east). Open spaces near North End include WWT London Wetland Centre and Campden Hill.
Signs you need new roof snagging in North End
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the roof space.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
If you let a flat or house near Kensington Olympia station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Their insurance cover
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded as far as can be seen.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks, so we look at them closely.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Useful tips for North End property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Do not settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.