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New roof snagging in Shenley, Hertfordshire
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Shenley? We carry out new roof snagging in Shenley and across Hertfordshire.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
About our new roof snagging in Shenley
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. On a roof, snags are frequently at the edges and junctions, where the detailing is hardest. We check everything we can see safely and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. Common reasons to book are gaps at new flashings and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, on replacement roofs, new flat roofs and loft conversions and dormers.
In a smaller place like Shenley, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. Whether you are buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Shenley (WD7)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Shenley homes and their roofs
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. 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 Shenley has a long history of building, with Wyllyotts Manor about 4.1 miles east. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Martin, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. For landlords with property near Radlett station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Shenley is about 2 miles north of Borehamwood, in Hertfordshire. Surveys in Shenley work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Shenley. You can also see our page for London.
We survey roofs across WD7 for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on London Road, Southerton Way and Juniper Gardens and the roads around them. With the B5378 close by, Shenley is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Shenley: Green Street (1 mile south-east), Ridge (2 miles east), Well End (2 miles south-east), Borehamwood (2 miles south) and South Mimms (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Watford (5 miles south-west), Hemel Hempstead (8 miles north-west), St Albans (4 miles north-west), Welwyn Garden City (8 miles north-east), Harpenden (9 miles north) and Hoddesdon (12 miles east).
Around Shenley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Manor Lodge School, Hertswood Academy and The Black Lion pub. For rail, the closest station is Radlett station, about 1.4 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Radlett and District Museum (1.5 miles south-west) and Shenley Hospital (within half a mile west). Not far away are Verulamium Lake and Broad Colney Lakes.
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Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Check the roof before you pay in full
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It’s a dated record of the roof at handover.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
What affects the price in Shenley
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
These details help when you get in touch:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Common questions in Shenley
Will you come out to Shenley?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Shenley is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
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.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
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.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We don’t open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags frequently show on tiled roofs. They get close attention.
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Homes around Shenley frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Shenley
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.