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New roof snagging in Princelett, Isle of Wight
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you spend money on it. We carry out new roof snagging in Princelett.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
Checking the roof from ground level
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
How new roof snagging works in Princelett
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible, and we look at the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photos. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. We survey new flat roofs, replacement roofs and new-build homes, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked or slipped new tiles or slates and signs of condensation in the roof space.
Some older homes in villages like Princelett 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’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s 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.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Princelett (PO36)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Princelett
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Different roofs, different checks
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.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.
FAQs for Princelett
Is my home in Princelett listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Princelett, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Is Princelett in your area?
Yes. We carry out new roof snagging in Princelett.
How do I book a survey in Princelett?
Simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. 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 is disturbed.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What’s prompted the survey
- The property’s address and postcode
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Princelett homes and their roofs
Princelett lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, so exposed details get a careful look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. About 1.8 miles north-west lies Haseley Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Princelett has been built on. 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.
Landlords with a home close to Shanklin station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Princelett is about 5 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Princelett can all book new roof snagging, with a written report and photographs every time. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Princelett and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
We survey roofs across the PO36 postcode area for new roof snagging. We also cover Apse Heath (1 mile north-east), Branstone (1 mile north), Winford (1 mile north-east), Whiteley Bank (1 mile south-west) and Hale Common (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south), East Cowes (8 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north-east). For harder-to-reach addresses, the survey takes a little more planning, so mention it when you book.
What’s near Princelett
For rail, the closest station is Shanklin station, about 1.4 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Wight Aviation Museum (1.3 miles north-east) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (1.4 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Alverstone Mead and Stenbury Down.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Princelett
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to see as much of the new roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older rural homes like those around Princelett can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Princelett
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Princelett. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.