Hampshire · London and the South East
Shawford New Roof Snagging
Need new roof snagging in Shawford? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
What we’re asked to look at in Shawford
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong particularly in poor weather.
Problems we come across often include:
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
For landlords with property near Shawford station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
What to check before booking
- When you will get the report
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What the survey won’t cover
How new roof snagging works in Shawford
Building work can leave a mess behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted along with any damage to other parts of the property. It is all recorded with photos. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain and damage to lower roofs can let water through. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. We survey new-build homes, new flat roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and common reasons people get in touch are loose flashings at walls or chimneys and missing or blocked roof ventilation.
Some older homes in villages like Shawford are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Shawford (SO21)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Shawford questions
Is my home in Shawford listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Shawford?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
Do you look in the roof space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
How long does new roof snagging take?
A visit usually takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. We’ll give you an idea when booking.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
What new roof snagging looks like in Shawford
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. 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. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Shawford is about 3 miles south of Winchester, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Shawford, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: SO21. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Shawford Road and Pearson Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Shawford: Compton (1 mile west), Twyford (1 mile south-east), South Down (1 mile south-west), Otterbourne (1 mile south-west) and St Cross (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Winchester (3 miles north), Eastleigh (4 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-east), Andover (15 miles north-west), Totton (11 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (4 miles south-west).
Around Shawford
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bridge Inn and St. Cross Park, among other places. There’s a railway station in Shawford itself: Shawford station. Well-known places in the area include The Gurkha Museum (2.3 miles north) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (2.7 miles north). Not far away are Twyford Down and Hockley Meadows.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Shawford
Letting agents and landlords in Shawford book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Shawford can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Checking the roof from the ground
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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Prices for new roof snagging in Shawford
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Height and safe access
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Pricing the remedial work
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Shawford
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges