Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Stubbles New Roof Snagging
Know where you stand with the new roof before you spend money on it. New roof snagging in Stubbles.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Gaps at new flashings
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Stubbles
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. You get a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. We are independent of the roofer who did the job. We survey ridges and verges, loft conversions and dormers and new flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are missing or blocked roof ventilation and offcuts and broken tiles left behind.
In a village or hamlet like Stubbles, homes are frequently 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.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Stubbles (RG8)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Stubbles needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- 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.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Common questions in Stubbles
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Stubbles?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stubbles?
Yes, Stubbles is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
How long will you be on site?
It normally takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. We’ll give you an idea as you book.
What if it rains on the day?
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 isn’t suitable.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
When to book a survey in Stubbles
Many people book because something does not look right. Others just want an independent check before paying before signing off the job.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
Landlords with a home close to Goring & Streatley station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Questions to ask before you book
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What insurance they carry
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Useful tips for Stubbles property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
You receive a photo-illustrated written report of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. Everyone then knows what to expect and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Stubbles
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Local roofs and buyers in Stubbles
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. With Basildon Park about 2.5 miles north-east, Stubbles sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Clement, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Stubbles is about 7 miles north-east of Thatcham, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Stubbles, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Stubbles. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in RG8 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Ashampstead (1 mile north-west), Ashampstead Green (1 mile north-west), Upper Basildon (1 mile east), Burnt Hill (1 mile south) and New Town (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Didcot (9 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles north), Wantage (13 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (12 miles east), Grove (14 miles north-west) and Benson (10 miles north).
Local landmarks in Stubbles
For rail, the closest station is Goring & Streatley station, about 3.1 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Yattendon Castle (1.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Stubbles includes Hartslock.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong and get a close look.
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. We photograph any we find.