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New Roof Snagging in Shortfield Common
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Shortfield Common, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Poorly finished verges
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Shortfield Common
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice while the roofer can still come back easily. If you’ve already paid, check before any defects or warranty period runs out. That leaves time to raise what we find. Our report gives you a clear, photographed list of snags to send to your roofer in good time. We survey new flat roofs, replacement roofs and new-build homes, and people most often book us about debris left in gutters or valleys and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
For a small place like Shortfield Common, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Shortfield Common (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- 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
How the survey changes by roof type
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks and are checked closely.
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps as far as safe access allows.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Shortfield Common
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Shortfield Common and across Surrey can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
FAQs for Shortfield Common
How do I find out if my home in Shortfield Common 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.
Do you cover Shortfield Common?
Yes, Shortfield Common is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
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.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Ideally before you make the final payment so snags can be raised while the job is still open. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
New roof snagging around Shortfield Common
Farnham Castle, about 3 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Shortfield Common. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
The streets around a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. For landlords with property near Farnham station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Shortfield Common is about 2 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Shortfield Common and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Surrey, we cover Shortfield Common and the places around it. Guildford is in our area too.
We cover every part of GU10 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Hamlash Lane, West End Lane and Moons Hill or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Shortfield Common include Millbridge (1 mile east), Frensham (1 mile south), Lower Bourne (1 mile north), Tilford Reeds (2 miles east) and Crosswater (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (11 miles north-east), Woking (14 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Frimley (10 miles north), Haslemere (7 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (14 miles east).
Near you in Shortfield Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Underdown nature reserve, Weydon School and St Mary's CofE Aided Infant School and the streets around them. Shortfield Common’s nearest station is Farnham station, about 2.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Farnham (2.6 miles north) and Chase Community Hospital (5.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Culverswell Hill and Farnham Heath.
Prices for new roof snagging in Shortfield Common
To price your survey, we check:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a small place like Shortfield Common, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- 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
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It is a dated record of the roof at handover.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. Around Shortfield Common, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Shortfield Common
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A report with photos
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance