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New Roof Snagging in Ranmore Common
Independent new roof snagging in Ranmore Common. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
About our new roof snagging in Ranmore Common
Roof work often leaves debris behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted along with any damage to other parts of the property. Each item is photographed. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them, and cracked lower roofs can leak. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. We’re often asked to look into underlay at the eaves left exposed and flashings not properly dressed or fixed, on new flat roofs, new-build homes and flashings and valleys.
In a village or hamlet like Ranmore Common, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Ranmore Common (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Ranmore Common questions
Do you cover smaller places like Ranmore Common?
Yes, Ranmore Common is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ranmore Common?
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.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so the laying matters. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
A lot can be seen 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.
New roof snagging around Ranmore Common
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. Historic houses such as Polesden Lacey, about 1.2 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Ranmore Common goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Dorking West station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Barnabas, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Ranmore Common is about 2 miles north-west of Dorking, in Surrey. Anywhere in Ranmore Common, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Surrey coverage includes Ranmore Common and the places around it. You can also see our page for Guildford.
We work across RH5 for new roof snagging. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Westcott (1 mile south), Westhumble (2 miles north-east), Dorking (2 miles south-east), Pixham (2 miles east) and Wotton (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (9 miles west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Epsom (8 miles north-east), Horley (10 miles south-east), Redhill (8 miles east) and Ewell (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Ranmore Common
We work in homes and buildings around Pippbrook House, The Priory CofE Voluntary Aided School and Milton Heath and The Nower and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Dorking West station, roughly 1.1 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Betchworth Castle (3 miles east) and Mesolithic Museum (3.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Box Hill and Combe Bottom.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take between one and two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Ranmore Common, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
For a price for new roof snagging in Ranmore Common, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
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What affects the cost of new roof snagging
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How big the roof is
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to tell us when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.