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New Roof Snagging in Raynes Park
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in Raynes Park and across Greater London.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
New roof snagging in Raynes Park: what you get
The best time for snagging is before the final payment while the roofer can still come back easily. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That leaves time to raise what we find. Our report gives you a clear, photographed list of snags to send to your roofer before the deadline. Common reasons to book are gutters blocked by building debris and signs of condensation in the roof space, on replacement roofs, new-build homes and flashings and valleys.
London’s housing runs from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war estates and new blocks of flats, and a home in Raynes Park could be any of them. Whether the roof is old or newly laid, the problem areas depend on how and when the building went up. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Raynes Park (SW20, KT3, SM4)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about new roof snagging in Raynes Park
Do you cover Raynes Park?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Raynes Park?
It rarely stops a survey, but it is worth planning. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we’ll work around them.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
New roof snagging in Raynes Park: local notes
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. The wider area around Raynes Park has a long history of building, with Southside House about 0.9 miles north. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you let a flat or house near Raynes Park station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Saviour's Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Raynes Park is about 2 miles south-west of Wimbledon, in Greater London. Raynes Park is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, large and small. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in SW20, KT3 and SM4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Gore Road, Edna Road and Wyke Road. Raynes Park sits on or near the A238 and A298. We also cover the places around Raynes Park: West Barnes (1 mile south-west), Bushey Mead (1 mile north-east), Cannon Hill (1 mile east), Motspur Park (1 mile north-west) and Wimbledon Chase (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover London (9 miles north-east), City of Westminster (8 miles north-east), Marylebone (9 miles north-east), Kensington (7 miles north), St Pancras (10 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-east).
Around Raynes Park
In Raynes Park, that means homes and buildings near Raynes Park High School, The Raynes Park Tavern and Cannon Hill Common, among other places. There’s a railway station in Raynes Park itself: Raynes Park station. Other landmarks nearby include Wimbledon Museum (1.5 miles north-east) and Atkinson Morley Hospital (1 mile north). For a walk, there is Henman Hill and Derwent Floodwash.
Common roof problems in Raynes Park
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Gutters blocked by building debris
Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Raynes Park, along with any off-street space.
What to check before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What happens after the report arrives
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How we price new roof snagging
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- When you need the report by
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Useful tips for Raynes Park property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them, and our part is to report what we see.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it is useful to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in Raynes Park runs like any other.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Advice
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Raynes Park
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
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.