Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Old Basing
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags across Old Basing, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Poorly finished verges
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
New roof snagging in Old Basing
We carry out new roof snagging in Old Basing and across London and the South East. Time on site typically takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. We inspect as far as it is safe to see, and by drone where it’s applicable. A photo report follows. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We survey new flat roofs, flashings and valleys and replacement roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are underlay at the eaves left exposed and signs of condensation in the roof space.
Around Old Basing, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs frequently have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Old Basing (RG24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Old Basing
Most householders cannot get a good look at their new roof. Without an independent check, you’re relying on what can be seen from the ground before you pay.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
For landlords with property near Basingstoke station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Before booking anyone
- What insurance they carry
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Will the report include photos?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Why get it checked now?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. 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. Blocked gutters on homes around Old Basing overflow and soak walls, particularly where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
For a price for your roof in Old Basing, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Package prices that include VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How it works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. All told, expect between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Being in a smaller place like Old Basing doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Keep pets in another room
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Buying a home or a new roof in Old Basing
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often 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. With The Vyne about 3.3 miles north-west, Old Basing sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Old Basing is about 3 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We carry out new roof snagging in Old Basing for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Across Hampshire, we cover Old Basing. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: RG24. Whether your property is on The Street, London Road and Paulet Place or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside Old Basing, we cover Lychpit (1 mile west), Mapledurwell (1 mile east), Andwell (1 mile east), Water End (2 miles east) and Chineham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (3 miles west), Farnborough (12 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (12 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles north-east).
What’s near Old Basing
Around Old Basing, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Costello School, Eastrop Park and The Crown Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Basingstoke station, about 2 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Festival Place (1.9 miles west) and Basing House (within half a mile west). For a walk, there is Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
FAQs for Old Basing
How do I find out if my home in Old Basing is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Old Basing?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Old Basing is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We don’t open up the new roof so hidden fixings aren’t visible to us. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Nearby places to Old Basing
What else we do in Old Basing
How we price new roof snagging
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.