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New roof snagging in Ockham, Surrey
New roof snagging in Ockham and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
How new roof snagging works in Ockham
The best time for snagging is before the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That gives you time to raise any snags. You get a written list of snags with photographs, ready to pass on before the deadline. If you are worried about gutters or fascias damaged during the job and cracked mortar at the ridge or hips, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Ockham 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 are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Place
- Ockham (GU23)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Roof by roof
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. Leftover debris is recorded.
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. We note any that look out of place.
How we price new roof snagging
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
FAQs for Ockham
Will you come out to Ockham?
Yes. Ockham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is my home in Ockham listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a 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.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. A disagreement about the work is between you and them, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
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 for you to pass to your builder.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- File all paperwork for the new roof
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. That is worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it’s right.
When to book a survey in Ockham
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
We are often asked to look at:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Poorly finished verges
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
Take an older house close to All Saints' Church: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
What to check before booking
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Their report turnaround times
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What experience they bring
Towns and villages near Ockham
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Local roofs and buyers in Ockham
Byfleet Manor, about 2.3 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ockham. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. 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 Horsley station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Ockham is about 5 miles east of Woking, in Surrey. Ockham is one of many places we visit across Surrey, for homes and businesses alike. Ockham is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover for new roof snagging. Guildford is in our area too.
We survey roofs across GU23 for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Alms Heath, Ockham Lane and School Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Ockham, we cover West Horsley (2 miles south), Ripley (2 miles west), East Horsley (2 miles south-east), Effingham (3 miles south-east) and East Clandon (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (6 miles south-west), Woking (5 miles west), Camberley (12 miles west), Epsom (9 miles east), Horley (15 miles south-east) and Redhill (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Ockham
We work in homes and buildings around The Forest and the Highlands and The Black Swan pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Horsley station, roughly 1.7 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Send and Ripley History Society Museum (1.5 miles west) and Woking Community Hospital (4.4 miles west). For a walk, there’s Boldermere Lake and Papercourt Marshes.
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Cottages and farmhouses around Ockham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- 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.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.