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Stonymarsh New Roof Snagging

Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Stonymarsh from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.

  • Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
  • Tiles or slates sitting out of line
  • Underlay not dressed into the gutter

Independent new roof snagging in Stonymarsh

How new roof snagging works in Stonymarsh

People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. You then get a report with photos to share with your roofer. Common reasons to book are flashings not properly dressed or fixed and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, on flashings and valleys, loft conversions and dormers and replacement roofs.

In a village or hamlet like Stonymarsh, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.

The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.

Location
Stonymarsh (SO51)
Wider area
Hampshire
Price
From £150 inc. VAT
Your report
Written, with photos, emailed to you
Survey days
Monday to Sunday, daytime
Insured
Professional indemnity and public liability
Telephone
07833 053749
Page updated
27 October 2026
Illustration of a snagging check on a new roof with tick marks and an exclamation mark

Your questions about new roof snagging in Stonymarsh

Is Stonymarsh within the area you cover?

Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.

Is Stonymarsh in the area you cover?

Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Stonymarsh 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.

Do you look in the loft space?

If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.

Does someone need to be in?

If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access as you book.

Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?

Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.

Can you survey at the weekend?

We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.

What if it rains on the day?

It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.

How the survey works

Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Stonymarsh, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.

  1. First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
  2. The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
  3. We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
  4. We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
  5. You get a photo report listing the snags we found.

Preparing for the visit

  • Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
  • Let us know about parking near the property
  • Leave a clear route to the loft

How to book

You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.

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Advice

New roof snagging around Stonymarsh

Mottisfont Abbey, about 0.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stonymarsh. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.

If you own a rental within reach of Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.

Stonymarsh is about 4 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. Bookings from Stonymarsh are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.

All of SO51 is covered for new roof snagging. We also cover Mottisfont (1 mile west), Michelmersh (1 mile south-east), Kimbridge (1 mile south-west), Dunbridge (1 mile south-west) and Timsbury (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Winchester (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (12 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south-east) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).

Local landmarks in Stonymarsh

We work in homes and buildings around The Bear And Ragged Staff Public House. For rail, the closest station is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, about 1.1 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Romsey Community Hospital (3.7 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.5 miles south). For a walk, there is Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.

Map of Stonymarsh © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we are asked to look at in Stonymarsh

Most homeowners 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.

Problems we come across often include:

  • Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
  • Underlay not dressed into the gutter
  • Signs of condensation in the loft space
  • Verge tiles or slates not secured

If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Andrew, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.

What to check before booking

  • Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
  • Will the report include photos?
  • When you’ll get the report
  • What they will not be able to tell you

What to expect from a roof survey

What new roof snagging doesn’t cover

A survey is a close look at the new roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:

  • What’s under the new coverings
  • Legal advice on your contract
  • Parts of the roof we can’t see safely

Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.

What we check

  • Ridges and verges
  • Replacement roofs
  • Loft conversions and dormers
  • Flashings and valleys
  • New-build homes
  • New flat roofs

What we look for on each type of roof

Slate roofs

Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so the laying matters. Cracked, slipped or uneven slates are noted.

Valleys

Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.

Useful tips for Stonymarsh property owners

You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:

  • Keep the contract and invoices together
  • Put any issues to your roofer in writing
  • Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
  • Note the end of any warranty or defects period

If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.

Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.

Prices for new roof snagging in Stonymarsh

The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:

  • Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
  • Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
  • How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
  • Building height and the viewpoints available

The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.

What to tell us when you get in touch

When you call or email, these details help:

  • When you need the report by
  • The property’s address and postcode
  • Any marks or damp showing indoors
  • Anything about access we should know

Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.

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