Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Oxhey New Roof Snagging
We carry out new roof snagging in Oxhey and the rest of Hertfordshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
To price your survey, we check:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Getting in touch
We’ll usually ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
New roof snagging in Oxhey
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. We survey loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and replacement roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters blocked by building debris and signs of condensation in the roof space.
Houses in smaller places like Oxhey can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather typically shows first. Whether you are buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a proper look. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Oxhey (WD23, WD19, WD17)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Towns and villages near Oxhey
What else we do in Oxhey
Oxhey: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Oxhey is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Oxhey within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Is this a RICS 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.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
How do I book a survey in Oxhey?
To arrange a survey, call 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.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Being in a smaller place like Oxhey doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It’s useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
New roof snagging in Oxhey: local notes
The wider area around Oxhey has a long history of building, with Headstone Manor about 3.7 miles south. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you let a flat or house near Bushey station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. If you live in an older home near Church of St James, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Oxhey is about 1 mile west of Bushey, in Hertfordshire. Oxhey is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Oxhey. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Every address in WD23, WD19 and WD17 is covered for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on Cow Lane, Vale Road and Park Road. Oxhey is on the A4008, so it’s easy for us to get to. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Watford Heath (1 mile south-west), Bushey (1 mile east), Carpenders Park (1 mile south), Watford (2 miles north-west) and Bushey Heath (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Hemel Hempstead (8 miles north-west), St Albans (8 miles north), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles north-east), Harpenden (12 miles north), Cheshunt (15 miles east) and Hatfield (10 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Oxhey
We work in homes and buildings around St. Hilda's School, Oxhey Park and The Bushey Academy. Oxhey has its own railway station: Bushey station. Nearby you’ll also find Hertfordshire Fire Brigade Museum (0.7 miles north-west) and Harlequin Centre (1 mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Harrow Weald Common.
Useful tips for Oxhey property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so there’s time to raise anything.
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so the detailing matters. The lining and the cut coverings along it are looked at.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, so a new slate roof should be laid well. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
What we can’t see
A survey is a careful look at the new roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs