Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Penton Corner
New roof snagging in Penton Corner from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older rural homes like those around Penton Corner can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- We check the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Penton Corner
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. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. We’re often asked to look into debris left in gutters or valleys and verge tiles or slates not secured, across loft conversions and dormers, new-build homes and replacement roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Penton Corner are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Penton Corner (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Penton Corner questions
Is Penton Corner within the area you cover?
Yes. Penton Corner is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Penton Corner?
Yes, Penton Corner is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We do not open up the new roof so hidden fixings aren’t visible to us. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
What do you check on a new roof?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
What new roof snagging does not cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
What affects the price in Penton Corner
To price your survey, we look at:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- When you need the report by
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Penton Corner homes and their roofs
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
Take an older house close to Holy Trinity Church: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Penton Corner is about 2 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Penton Corner is one of many places we visit across Hampshire. Our Hampshire coverage includes Penton Corner and the places around it. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Surveys in SP11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Short Lane and Beech Close and the roads around them. Other places close to Penton Corner include Penton Grafton (1 mile north), Penton Mewsey (1 mile north), Red Post Bridge (1 mile south), Foxcotte (1 mile north-east) and Charlton (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles west), Weeke (13 miles south-east) and Stanmore (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Penton Corner
Around Penton Corner, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Harrow Way Community School and White Hart Public House, among other places. The closest station to Penton Corner is Andover station, roughly 1.6 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Andover Museum (2.3 miles east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles east). The countryside around Penton Corner includes Quarley Hill and Anton Lakes.
Useful tips for Penton Corner property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Keep the contract and invoices together
You receive a photo-illustrated written report of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Do not settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected if your contract allows it. It keeps the job open until it’s right.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Penton Corner
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Nearby places to Penton Corner
Also in Penton Corner
When to book a survey in Penton Corner
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the roof space.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
If you let a flat or house near Andover station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- When you’ll get the report
- What insurance they carry
- What the survey will not cover
- Will the report include photos?