Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Shirrell Heath
New roof snagging in Shirrell Heath from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Damage to other parts of the building
How new roof snagging works in Shirrell Heath
Building work can leave a mess behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted, and for damage to other parts of the building. It’s all recorded with photos. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. If you’ve noticed offcuts and broken tiles left behind and damage to other parts of the building, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Shirrell Heath 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. 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. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Shirrell Heath (SO32)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs and buyers in Shirrell Heath
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St John, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Shirrell Heath is about 5 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. We visit Shirrell Heath as part of our work across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our Hampshire coverage includes Shirrell Heath. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Here we cover the SO32 postcode area for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on High Street, Smiths Lane and Black Horse Lane. We also cover the places around Shirrell Heath: Shedfield (1 mile south-west), Kingsmead (1 mile east), Mislingford (1 mile east), Swanmore (1 mile north) and Wickham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Winchester (11 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (7 miles north-west), Fareham (5 miles south) and Horndean (8 miles east).
Landmarks near Shirrell Heath
We work in homes and buildings around Prince of Wales pub and Swanmore College of Technology and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Botley station, about 2.9 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Knowle Hospital (2.9 miles south) and Bishop's Waltham Museum (2.4 miles north-west). Not far away are Bishops Waltham Branch LNR.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Shirrell Heath, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Related advice
Signs you need new roof snagging in Shirrell Heath
A roof is hard for most owners to see properly. From the pavement, many faults are invisible before you pay.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Poorly finished verges
If you own a rental within reach of Botley station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before booking anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How soon the report will arrive
Why get it checked now?
Photographs from ground level rarely show the detail. Our inspection looks as closely as can be done safely using a drone where applicable. For older village homes like those around Shirrell Heath, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ surveys completed
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags frequently show on tiled roofs. We check them closely.
Underlay and ventilation
The underlay should be dressed into the gutter at the eaves so water drains away. We check it where it can be seen.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Shirrell Heath and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
FAQs for Shirrell Heath
Will you come out to Shirrell Heath?
Yes, Shirrell Heath is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is my home in Shirrell Heath listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Shirrell Heath?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
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Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.