Essex · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Sheering, Essex
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Sheering from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
About our new roof snagging in Sheering
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen, from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. You then get a photo-illustrated written report to share with your roofer. If you’re worried about underlay not dressed into the gutter and gutters or fascias damaged during the job, we can find out what’s behind it.
Being in a small place like Sheering makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Sheering (CM22)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Sheering
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Older and listed buildings around Sheering may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Sheering
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Common questions in Sheering
Is my home in Sheering listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a 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.
Do you cover Sheering?
Yes, Sheering is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
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.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Sheering often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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New roof snagging around Sheering
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. About 3.5 miles north-east lies Barrington Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Sheering has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take an older house close to Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Sheering is about 4 miles north-east of Harlow, in Essex. Wherever you are in Sheering, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Sheering is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover. Chelmsford is in our area too.
All of CM22 is covered for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on The Street, High Pastures and The Plashets or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Sheering: Lower Sheering (1 mile west), Sawbridgeworth (2 miles west), Gaston Green (2 miles north), Little Hallingbury (2 miles north) and Spellbrook (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (14 miles east), Harlow (4 miles south-west), Brentwood (13 miles south-east), Loughton (12 miles south-west), Saffron Walden (15 miles north) and Waltham Abbey (11 miles south-west).
Near you in Sheering
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Crown Inn, Gibberd Garden and Leventhorpe, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Sawbridgeworth station, roughly 1.2 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Harlow Mill (2.6 miles west) and Herts and Essex Hospital (4.3 miles north). Open spaces near Sheering include Portingbury Hills and Sawbridgeworth Marsh.
Do you need new roof snagging in Sheering?
Flashings at walls and chimneys often need attention. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in at the first heavy rain.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
If you own a rental within reach of Sawbridgeworth station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the survey will not cover
- When you will get the report
Checking the roof from the ground
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Nearby places to Sheering
What else we do in Sheering
Useful tips for Sheering property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Diary the defects period end date
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them, and our part is to report what we see.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.