Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Stone, Buckinghamshire
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Stone. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey typically takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Stone, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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About our new roof snagging in Stone
Ventilation matters on a new roof. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them, and check the loft space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it is worth raising early. We record what we see. We survey new-build homes, new flat roofs and ridges and verges, and common reasons people get in touch are tiles or slates sitting out of line and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
Older buildings in small places like Stone may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Stone (HP17)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Stone
The wider area around Stone has a long history of building, with Waddesdon Manor about 4.1 miles north-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
For landlords with property near Aylesbury Vale Parkway station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Stone is about 2 miles south-west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Stone gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Across Buckinghamshire, we cover Stone and the places around it. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Surveys in HP17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Church Way, Raven Forge and Badgers Rise. Close by, we survey roofs in Hartwell (1 mile east), Fairford Leys (1 mile north-east), Haydon Hill (2 miles north-east), Fleet Marston (2 miles north) and Southcourt (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include High Wycombe (13 miles south), Chesham (13 miles south-east), Buckingham (14 miles north), Amersham (14 miles south-east), Elmhurst (3 miles north-east) and Princes Risborough (6 miles south).
What’s near Stone
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School and The Rose & Crown pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Aylesbury Vale Parkway station, roughly 1.9 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Roald Dahl Children's Gallery (2.3 miles north-east) and Dinton Castle (1.2 miles west). For a walk, there’s Beacon Hill and Snakemoor.
Other services in Stone
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
Stone questions
Do you cover smaller places like Stone?
Yes, Stone is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is Stone in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Stone is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How do I book a survey in Stone?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
To price your survey, we look at:
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
To get a price for new roof snagging in Stone, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
What this survey cannot tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Whether the roof will leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
When to book a survey in Stone
Most householders cannot get a good look at their new roof. Without an independent check, you’re relying on what can be seen from the ground and you may be asked to pay anyway.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Poorly finished verges
The streets around a church such as Church of St John the Baptist are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof