Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Stone, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you spend money on it. New roof snagging in Stone, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
New roof snagging in Stone: what you get
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions, where the detailing is hardest. We check everything we can see safely and photograph each snag. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We survey new flat roofs, new-build homes and replacement roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cracked or slipped new tiles or slates and gutters blocked by building debris.
Some older homes in villages like Stone 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 is worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
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.
- Place
- Stone (SO45)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price new roof snagging
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Which survey package you book
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to tell us when you contact us
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- When you need the report by
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Stone homes and their roofs
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Stone, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Take an older house close to St Francis: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Stone is about 3 miles north-west of Cowes, in Hampshire. Bookings from Stone are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Hampshire coverage includes Stone and the places around it. Southampton is in our area too.
We cover every part of the SO45 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Other places close to Stone include Gurnard (3 miles south-east), Cowes (3 miles south-east), Rew Street (4 miles south), Northwood (4 miles south-east) and Great Thorness (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Gosport (9 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north), Fareham (8 miles north-east), Totton (11 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (9 miles north).
Landmarks near Stone
Other landmarks nearby include Calshot Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and Sir Max Aitken Museum (3.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Mill Hill.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes between one and two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Stone can have low, tight loft 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.
- 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.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- What’s under the new coverings
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
How the survey changes by roof type
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks and are looked at closely.
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. Leftover debris is recorded.
Stone: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Stone?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is my home in Stone listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain doesn’t usually stop a survey. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Do you look in the roof space?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
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 check new-build roofs?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work, and you may want legal advice for that.
Towns and villages near Stone
More services for Stone
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Stone. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
When to book a survey in Stone
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in sooner rather than later.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
Beaulieu Palace House, about 4.4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stone. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID