Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Petersfield
A careful look at the new roof at your property in Petersfield, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Diary the defects period end date
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so there is time to raise anything.
About our new roof snagging in Petersfield
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the new roof and around it. You get a written report with photographs to share with your roofer. It’s an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We survey ridges and verges, new flat roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and people most often book us about debris left in gutters or valleys and missing or blocked roof ventilation.
In a town like Petersfield, older streets usually sit alongside post-war and newer estates. Older houses often have slate or clay tiles on timbers that have done decades of work, while many later ones have concrete interlocking tiles. For a purchase or a new roof in Petersfield, the type of roof decides where the checks focus. Many older roofs also have felt underlay or none at all, which matters as much as the tiles.
If any part of the new roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Petersfield (GU31, GU32)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Petersfield
Is my home in Petersfield listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Petersfield?
It helps to clear access to the loft, and to let us know about leaks, damp patches or recent work. Let us know about parking and access in Petersfield too.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Is Petersfield in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Petersfield included.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Local roofs and buyers in Petersfield
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. With Uppark about 4.1 miles south-east, Petersfield sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For an older house near a landmark like St Peter's Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Petersfield is about 10 miles north of Havant, in Hampshire. We carry out new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Petersfield and the surrounding area. Petersfield is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for new roof snagging. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
New roof snagging in GU31 and GU32 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as High Street, Station Road and London Road. Petersfield sits on or near the A3 and A272, which makes travel easy. Close by, we survey roofs in Sheet (1 mile north-east), Steep (1 mile north), Stroud (2 miles west), Steep Marsh (2 miles north) and Langrish (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (10 miles south), Horndean (7 miles south-west), Alton (10 miles north), Waterlooville (9 miles south-west), Purbrook (10 miles south-west) and Bordon (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Petersfield
Around Petersfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Petersfield School, The White Hart pub and Morton House School and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Petersfield itself: Petersfield station. Nearby you will also find Bear Museum (under half a mile south) and Petersfield Community Hospital (less than half a mile west). For a walk, there is Wheatham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
Common roof problems in Petersfield
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the loft space.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gaps at new flashings
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
For landlords with property near Petersfield station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Before booking anyone
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What the survey will not cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What else we do in Petersfield
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Petersfield. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. A typical visit in Petersfield begins with the street side of the roof and then moves round the building. Rear gardens and side paths often give the best view of extensions and back slopes, so unlocked gates help. Then, if it can be reached safely, we look in the loft.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates left on a new roof are a common snag. We record any we can see.
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles as far as can be seen.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.