Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in St Leonards, Hampshire
New roof snagging around St Leonards, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
Signs you need new roof snagging in St Leonards
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
Whatever the street in St Leonards, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
How new roof snagging works in St Leonards
We carry out new roof snagging in St Leonards and across London and the South East. A visit usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Everything visible from safe vantage points is looked at, and by drone where it’s applicable. You then get a photo-illustrated written report. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. Common reasons to book are signs of condensation in the roof space and gaps at new flashings, across loft conversions and dormers, flashings and valleys and new-build homes.
In a smaller place like St Leonards, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Older roofs frequently have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- St Leonards (BH24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in St Leonards
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
Take an older house close to All Saints: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
St Leonards is in Hampshire. Wherever you are in St Leonards, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
All of BH24 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Cedar Avenue, Birch Close and Malmesbury Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to St Leonards include Ashley Heath (1 mile north), St Ives (1 mile north-east), Matchams (1 mile south-east) and Avon Castle (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Lymington (14 miles east), New Milton (10 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles north-east), Barton on Sea (10 miles south-east), Ashley (10 miles south-east) and Milford on Sea (13 miles south-east).
Landmarks near St Leonards
Typical jobs here are in homes near Avon Heath Country Park. Other landmarks nearby include St Leonard's Hospital (0.9 miles south-west) and Stapehill Abbey (3.9 miles south-west). The countryside around St Leonards includes Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
Prices for new roof snagging in St Leonards
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The size of the roof
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
For a price for your roof in St Leonards, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What kind of property and roof it is
- When you need the report by
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Questions from St Leonards
Do you cover smaller places like St Leonards?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in St Leonards?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
How much is new roof snagging?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best so snags can be raised while the job is still open. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when you book.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit usually takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like St Leonards, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Keep warranty papers safe
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.
Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected if your contract allows it. It keeps the job open until it’s right.
What this survey can’t tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Details hidden from sight
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
Landlords, agents and block managers in St Leonards
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.