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New roof snagging in Radnage, Buckinghamshire
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you decide what to do next. New roof snagging in Radnage, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
New roof snagging in Radnage
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. If you’ve noticed missing or blocked roof ventilation and debris left in gutters or valleys, we can find out what’s behind it, on new-build homes, replacement roofs and new flat roofs alike.
For a small place like Radnage, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Radnage (HP14)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging in Radnage: local notes
With West Wycombe Park House about 3.2 miles south-east, Radnage sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you own a rental within reach of Saunderton station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Radnage is about 6 miles north-west of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. In Radnage, as across Buckinghamshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Radnage is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work. You can also see our page for Reading.
We survey roofs across HP14 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Bottom Road, Bower's Lane and Bennett End Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Radnage, we cover Bennett End (1 mile west), Bledlow Ridge (1 mile north-east), The City (1 mile south), Rout's Green (1 mile north) and Waterend (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (10 miles north), High Wycombe (6 miles south-east), Chesham (11 miles east), Marlow (8 miles south-east), Amersham (11 miles east) and Beaconsfield (10 miles south-east).
Around Radnage
We work in homes and buildings around The Three Horseshoes Inn. The closest station to Radnage is Saunderton station, about 1.6 miles east. A little further out are Wycombe Hospital (5.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Yoesden and Bald Hill.
Nearby places to Radnage
What else we do in Radnage
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. We note any that look out of place.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verge details can be rushed, so we check them carefully.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Rural addresses near Radnage can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
What affects the price in Radnage
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Height and safe access
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Details hidden from sight
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
FAQs for Radnage
Is Radnage in the area you cover?
Yes, Radnage is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Radnage is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
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.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Radnage?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. 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.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Diary the defects period end date
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. That’s worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.