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New Roof Snagging in Shackleford
New roof snagging in Shackleford from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
How new roof snagging works in Shackleford
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, and we check the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photos. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. We survey loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and ridges and verges, and common reasons people get in touch are missing or blocked roof ventilation and underlay at the eaves left exposed.
Older buildings in small places like Shackleford may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Where we can’t see part of the new roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Shackleford (GU8)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a hamlet or village like Shackleford, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, 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.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Keep the contract and invoices together
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them; we report on what we see.
Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected if your contract allows it. It keeps the job open until it’s right.
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Why it’s worth a survey now in Shackleford
It’s easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. In a small place like Shackleford, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Over 20 years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Buying a home or a new roof in Shackleford
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. About 2.1 miles north lies Wanborough Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Shackleford has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. For landlords with property near Godalming station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Shackleford is about 5 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. If you’re in Shackleford, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Shackleford is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover for new roof snagging.
Surveys in GU8 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on The Street, Lombard Street and Chalk Lane. If you are just outside Shackleford, we cover Hurtmore (1 mile east), Puttenham (2 miles north), Compton (2 miles north-east), Wanborough (2 miles north) and Binscombe (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (5 miles north-east), Woking (9 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Farnham (6 miles west), Dorking (15 miles east) and Frimley (8 miles north).
Around Shackleford
In Shackleford, that means homes and buildings near Middlebriars Wood and Prior's Field School, among other places. Shackleford’s nearest station is Godalming station, about 2.2 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Guildford Castle (4.5 miles north-east) and Charterhouse School Museum (1.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Farncombe Wood and Hog's Back.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. We note any that look out of place.
Ridges, hips and verges
Cracked mortar or loose ridge tiles on a new roof are worth raising. They’re recorded with photos.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Shackleford
Is Shackleford within the area you cover?
Yes, Shackleford is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Shackleford?
Yes, Shackleford is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Shackleford as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.