Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Rickmansworth New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging in Rickmansworth, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
New roof snagging in Rickmansworth
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we look at how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photos. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. If you’ve noticed cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and verge tiles or slates not secured, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Around towns like Rickmansworth, many houses have gained extensions, dormers, porches or garages, often with flat roofs. Where an extension roof meets the main house is a classic place for water to get in. On a purchase or a newly finished roof in Rickmansworth, those junctions are high on the list.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Rickmansworth (WD3, WD18)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Underlay and ventilation
We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, at the underlay and ventilation.
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys from safe vantage points.
New roof snagging around Rickmansworth
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. With Chenies Manor House about 3.7 miles north-west, Rickmansworth sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you own a rental within reach of Rickmansworth station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Rickmansworth is about 3 miles south-west of Watford, in Hertfordshire. Bookings from Rickmansworth are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Rickmansworth is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work. We also survey roofs in London.
We cover every part of the WD3 and WD18 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Station Road and London Road and the roads around them. Rickmansworth sits on or near the A404 and A412, so getting to you is simple. If you’re just outside Rickmansworth, we cover Batchworth (1 mile south), Chorleywood West (1 mile north-west), Croxley Green (1 mile north-east), Mill End (1 mile west) and Woodcock Hill (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Watford (3 miles north-east), Hemel Hempstead (8 miles north), St Albans (10 miles north-east), Harpenden (13 miles north), Hatfield (13 miles north-east) and Borehamwood (8 miles east).
What’s near Rickmansworth
We work in homes and buildings around Rickmansworth Park Junior Mixed and Infant School, Rickmansworth Park and The Coach And Horses Public House. Rickmansworth has its own railway station: Rickmansworth station. A little further out are Chiltern Open Air Museum (3.2 miles west) and Charter Place (3.2 miles east). Not far away are Chorleywood Common and Tumbling Bay.
Do you need new roof snagging in Rickmansworth?
Roofers do not always clear every gutter and lower roof. Offcuts and broken pieces often end up in the gutters and on extension roofs.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
What we do, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. In total, it takes an hour or two for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Semi-detached and terraced homes in a town like Rickmansworth often share a roof line with the neighbours, so we look at what can be seen of the shared parts from your side. It is useful to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The roof space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Prices for new roof snagging in Rickmansworth
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
FAQs for Rickmansworth
What do I need to do before a survey in Rickmansworth?
It helps to clear access to the loft, and to let us know about leaks, damp patches or recent work. Parking and access details for Rickmansworth help us plan the visit.
How do I find out if my home in Rickmansworth is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No. We do not open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
What this survey cannot tell you
It is a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Rickmansworth
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
Towns and villages near Rickmansworth
What else we do in Rickmansworth
Why act early in Rickmansworth
Photographs from ground level rarely show the detail. Our inspection looks as closely as can be done safely using a drone where applicable. In a family home in Rickmansworth, a small roof fault lets water into places you cannot see, such as the loft insulation, the top of a wall or the roof timbers. By the time it shows inside, the job has grown.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Rickmansworth
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- PI and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Photographs and a written report every time
See our cost guide and our case studies.