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North Harrow New Roof Snagging
A careful look at the new roof at your property in North Harrow, with photographs and a written report.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
New roof snagging in North Harrow
Building work can leave a mess behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted, and for damage to other parts of the building. It is all recorded with photos. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. If you’ve noticed loose flashings at walls or chimneys and underlay not dressed into the gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on new-build homes, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers alike.
Many London homes have been converted into flats, extended at the back or given a loft conversion with a dormer. Every alteration brings new junctions, flashings and flat-roof areas to look at. For a purchase in North Harrow, or for new roofing work there, those junctions deserve a proper look. Dormer cheeks, lead work and new flat roofs are worth checking closely, as faults there are easy to miss.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- North Harrow (HA2, HA1, HA5)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in North Harrow
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Fiddly details are frequently where things go wrong, particularly when the weather is against them.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Alban, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
North Harrow: your questions answered
Is parking a problem for a survey in North Harrow?
London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway when booking. That way the visit can be planned around it.
How do I find out if my home in North Harrow is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do you cover North Harrow for new roof snagging?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes North Harrow.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No, we don’t disturb the new coverings. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
What new roof snagging looks like in North Harrow
Headstone Manor, about 0.8 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around North Harrow. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For landlords with property near Harrow-on-the-Hill station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. As a London address, North Harrow can be tricky for parking: let us know about parking bays, permits or a driveway when you book.
North Harrow is about 1 mile north-west of Harrow, in Greater London. We carry out new roof snagging in North Harrow for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. North Harrow is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work for new roof snagging. We also survey roofs in London.
Surveys in HA2, HA1 and HA5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as The Avenue, Pinner Road and Durham Road, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Rayners Lane (1 mile south-west), Harrow (1 mile south-east), Roxbourne (1 mile south-west), Eastcote (1 mile west) and Greenhill (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include London (13 miles south-east), City of Westminster (10 miles south-east), Marylebone (10 miles south-east), Kensington (9 miles south-east), St Pancras (11 miles east) and Shoreditch (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in North Harrow
Typical jobs here are in homes near Nower Hill High School, Heathfield School and Headstone Manor Recreation Ground, among other places. North Harrow’s nearest station is Harrow-on-the-Hill station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre. A little further out are St. George's Shopping Centre (1 mile east) and Hilfield Castle (5 miles north). The countryside around North Harrow includes Northala Fields and Islip Manor Meadows.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Small faults on a new roof can grow. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through in the first heavy storms. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Any roof job in North Harrow means planning around parking, neighbours and access. That is a good reason to find problems early, while there’s time to plan.
For a price for your roof in North Harrow, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in North Harrow
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- PI and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
How to book
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Flashings
Poorly finished flashings frequently show up on new roofs. We photograph any we find.
Prices for new roof snagging in North Harrow
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Building height and the viewpoints available
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.