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New Roof Snagging in Rickling Green
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out new roof snagging in Rickling Green.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
About our new roof snagging in Rickling Green
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. On a roof, snags are frequently at the edges and junctions where the work is most fiddly. We check everything we can see safely and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. Common reasons to book are verge tiles or slates not secured and underlay ending short at the eaves, on flashings and valleys, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges.
In a village or hamlet like Rickling Green, 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, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Rickling Green (CB11)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging around Rickling Green
Horham Hall, about 4.8 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rickling Green. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
The streets around a church such as Church of Quendon are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Rickling Green is about 5 miles south of Saffron Walden, in Essex. Surveys in Rickling Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Essex. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Surveys in CB11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Rickling Green Road, Hallfield and Brick Kiln Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Wicken Bonhunt (2 miles north-west), Manuden (2 miles south-west), Hill Green (2 miles north-west), Clavering (3 miles north-west) and Berden (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Harlow (13 miles south), Saffron Walden (5 miles north), Great Dunmow (9 miles south-east), Stansted Mountfitchet (3 miles south), Great Notley (15 miles south-east) and Newhall (12 miles south).
Landmarks near Rickling Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Cricketers Public House. Rickling Green’s nearest station is Newport (Essex) station, about 2.3 miles north. A little further out are Herts and Essex Hospital (5.8 miles south) and House On The Hill Toy Museum (3.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Aubrey Buxton Nature Reserve.
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. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Rickling Green, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, 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.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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FAQs for Rickling Green
Is my home in Rickling Green listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Rickling Green?
Yes, Rickling Green is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Common roof problems in Rickling Green
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
For landlords with property near Newport (Essex) station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- File all paperwork for the new roof
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong, so we look at them carefully.
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so it needs to be finished well. We check the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
Places near Rickling Green
What else we do in Rickling Green
Why get it checked now?
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. A snagging inspection before then leaves time to act. In a place like Rickling Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: 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.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.