Hertfordshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Roe Green, Hertfordshire
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Roe Green. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
Buying a home or a new roof in Roe Green
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. If you own a rental within reach of Ashwell & Morden station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Roe Green is in Hertfordshire. Roe Green gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
We survey roofs across SG9 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Roe Green: Sandon (1 mile north-east), Green End (1 mile east), Rushden (1 mile south-west), Buckland (3 miles east) and Chipping (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (7 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (13 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (14 miles south), Hitchin (8 miles west), Hertford (13 miles south) and Letchworth (6 miles west).
Around Roe Green
For rail, the closest station is Ashwell & Morden station, about 3.2 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Clothall Castle (3.1 miles south-west). The countryside around Roe Green includes Hawkins Wood.
About our new roof snagging in Roe Green
Roof work frequently leaves debris behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted, and for damage to other parts of the building. Each item is photographed. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It’s easier to raise them while the job is fresh. If you’ve noticed poorly finished verges and underlay ending short at the eaves, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Roe Green may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
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 photograph. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Roe Green (SG9)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- What’s under the new coverings
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
What affects the price in Roe Green
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Roof area
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The address and postcode of the property
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Roe Green questions
Is my home in Roe 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’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Roe Green?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
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.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them and our report gives you an independent record.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
Other services in Roe Green
Different roofs, different checks
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks and are looked at closely.
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Roe Green
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the new roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Roe Green, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.