Essex · London and the South East
Roxwell New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging in Roxwell from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere as small as Roxwell, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
How new roof snagging works in Roxwell
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it is worth having it checked before the final payment. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. The findings go into a written report with photos to share with your roofer. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We are often asked to look into cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and loose flashings at walls or chimneys, on flashings and valleys, new flat roofs and ridges and verges.
Somewhere as small as Roxwell, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often 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. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Roxwell (CM1)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Roxwell homes and their roofs
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. The wider area around Roxwell has a long history of building, with Hylands about 3.5 miles south-east. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Chelmsford station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Roxwell is about 4 miles west of Chelmsford, in Essex. We carry out new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Roxwell and the surrounding area. Roxwell is one of the places in Essex we cover.
Here we cover the CM1 postcode area for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on The Street, Church Green and St Michael's Drive or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Roxwell, we cover Boyton Cross (1 mile north-east), Newney Green (1 mile south), Chalk End (2 miles north-west), Shellow Bowells (2 miles west) and Radley Green (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (4 miles east), Basildon (13 miles south), Braintree (12 miles north-east), Harlow (12 miles west), Brentwood (9 miles south) and Maldon (13 miles east).
Near you in Roxwell
Around Roxwell, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Chequers Inn, among other places. The closest station to Roxwell is Chelmsford station, about 3.8 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Willingale Doe (2.8 miles west) and Peter Edwards Museum And Library (3.9 miles east). Open spaces near Roxwell include Newland Grove.
Roxwell: your questions answered
Will you come out to Roxwell?
Yes, Roxwell is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Roxwell?
Yes, Roxwell is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Roxwell as anywhere else.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Roxwell?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. 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.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
When to book a survey in Roxwell
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush particularly in poor weather.
Problems we come across often include:
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Untidy or loose verge details
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Michael and All Angels, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Why act early in Roxwell
It’s easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. Our report lists what to raise. Around Roxwell, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Checking the roof from ground level
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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.
Prices for new roof snagging in Roxwell
To price your survey, we look at:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Height and safe access
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- When you need the report by
- What kind of property and roof it is
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.