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Sunbury-on-Thames New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging in Sunbury-on-Thames, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Sunbury-on-Thames
A new roof is a big spend, so it is worth having it checked before the final payment. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the roof and around the property. The findings go into a written report with photos to share with your roofer. It’s an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We’re often asked to look into underlay at the eaves left exposed and damage to other parts of the building, across new-build homes, ridges and verges and loft conversions and dormers.
Around towns like Sunbury-on-Thames, many houses have gained extensions, dormers, porches or garages, frequently with flat roofs. The joints where a new roof meets an old wall or slope are a common source of leaks. On a purchase or a newly finished roof in Sunbury-on-Thames, those junctions are high on the list.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Sunbury-on-Thames (TW16)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Keep warranty papers safe
You receive a photo-illustrated written report of each snag and written recommendations. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. Leftover debris is recorded.
What affects the price in Sunbury-on-Thames
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to tell us when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- When you need the report by
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
FAQs for Sunbury-on-Thames
Is my home in Sunbury-on-Thames 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. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How should I get ready for a visit in Sunbury-on-Thames?
Clear the way to the loft hatch if there is one, and tell us about any leaks, stains or past repairs. Let us know about parking and access in Sunbury-on-Thames too.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you cover Sunbury-on-Thames?
Yes. Sunbury-on-Thames is part of the area we cover.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What we do, step by step
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 typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. For a home in Sunbury-on-Thames, the main things we need are a way into the loft, a route to the back garden and somewhere to park. Someone needs to let us in, so let us know who that will be.
- 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.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
What new roof snagging does not cover
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
New roof snagging in Sunbury-on-Thames: local notes
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Hampton Court Palace, about 3.5 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Sunbury-on-Thames. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you let a flat or house near Sunbury station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. Take an older house close to St Saviour: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Sunbury-on-Thames is about 7 miles south of Hayes, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Sunbury-on-Thames, the roof can be surveyed. Our Surrey coverage includes Sunbury-on-Thames and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
We survey roofs across TW16 for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Station Road, The Ridings and Ravenscourt and the roads around them. You will find Sunbury-on-Thames on the A244 and A308, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Upper Halliford (1 mile south-west), Charlton (1 mile west), Ashford Common (1 mile north-west), Hounslow (1 mile north) and Littleton Common (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (13 miles south-west), Woking (10 miles south-west), Camberley (15 miles south-west), Epsom (8 miles south-east), Ewell (8 miles south-east) and Egham (6 miles west).
Landmarks near Sunbury-on-Thames
Around Sunbury-on-Thames, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Sunbury Manor School, The Three Fishes Public House and Sunbury Park, among other places. Sunbury-on-Thames has its own railway station: Sunbury station. Nearby you’ll also find Kempton Steam Museum (1 mile north-east) and No. 2 New Zealand General Hospital (2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include St Ann's Hill and Kempton Park Reservoirs.