Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Rockbourne, Hampshire
We carry out new roof snagging in Rockbourne and the rest of Hampshire. We survey seven days a week.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Untidy or loose verge details
How new roof snagging works in Rockbourne
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the new roof and around it. You get a report with photographs that you can pass to your roofer. We are independent of the roofer who did the job. We survey loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and new-build homes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are underlay ending short at the eaves and loose or badly finished ridge tiles.
Somewhere as small as Rockbourne, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Rockbourne (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Pricing the remedial work
- Whether the roof will leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Rockbourne
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs often have snags at the verges and eaves. We look at them closely.
How it works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Rural addresses near Rockbourne 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. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- The loft 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.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
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For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It’s a dated record of the roof at handover.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. Add the snagging report to it.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through during the first winter. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. For an older or listed building in a place like Rockbourne, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- 20+ years’ experience
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Package prices that include VAT
- 98% of customers satisfied
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Rockbourne
Is Rockbourne within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Rockbourne?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Rockbourne is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
What else we do in Rockbourne
New roof snagging around Rockbourne
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. With Breamore House about 2.4 miles east, Rockbourne sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Andrew, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Rockbourne is in Hampshire. We carry out new roof snagging in Rockbourne for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
New roof snagging in SP6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Whitsbury (1 mile north-east), Damerham (2 miles south), Sandleheath (2 miles south), Ashford (3 miles south-east) and Alderholt (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Totton (15 miles east), Ringwood (9 miles south), Fordingbridge (3 miles south-east), St Leonards (9 miles south), Brockenhurst (15 miles south-east) and Poulner (8 miles south).
Around Rockbourne
We work in homes and buildings around The Cart Wheel Public House. Well-known places in the area include Fordingbridge Museum (3.3 miles south-east) and Godshill Castle Hill (3.5 miles south-east).