Oxfordshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Roke
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Roke and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
What happens on the day
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Around Roke, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a report with photographs of each snag.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
How new roof snagging works in Roke
Building work can leave a mess 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. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. If you’re worried about cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and debris left in gutters or valleys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on replacement roofs, new flat roofs and ridges and verges alike.
In a village or hamlet like Roke, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Location
- Roke (OX10)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Roke
Do you cover Roke?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Roke is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Is Roke within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We will give you an idea when you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What we look for on each type of roof
Underlay and ventilation
We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, at the underlay and ventilation.
Ridges, hips and verges
Cracked mortar or loose ridge tiles on a new roof are worth raising. They’re recorded with photos.
Do you need new roof snagging in Roke?
Flashings are a common source of snags. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in sooner rather than later.
Problems we come across often include:
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Helen, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Is VAT included in the price?
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. That is worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
Buying a home or a new roof in Roke
Historic houses such as Brightwell Manor, about 3.4 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Roke goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
Roke is about 7 miles east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. In Roke, as across Oxfordshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Roke is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Here we cover the OX10 postcode area for new roof snagging. We also cover Ewelme (2 miles south-east), Brightwell Baldwin (2 miles north-east), Chalgrove (2 miles north), Britwell Salome (3 miles east) and Watlington (4 miles east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (10 miles north-west), Didcot (7 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles west), Thame (9 miles north-east), Wantage (14 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (11 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Roke
In Roke, that means homes and buildings near Home Sweet Home pub and Wallingford School and the streets around them. A little further out are Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum (2.4 miles north-west) and Wallingford Castle (2.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Roke include Wittenham Clumps and Ewelme Watercress Beds.
Also in Roke
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Height and safe access
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.