Greater London · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Sutton, Greater London
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Sutton from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
DIY checks: what’s safe
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
How new roof snagging works in Sutton
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. You then get a written report with photographs to share with your roofer. We survey flashings and valleys, new flat roofs and new-build homes, and common reasons people get in touch are poorly finished verges and offcuts and broken tiles left behind.
In a London terrace or conversion, the roof often joins the neighbours’ roofs and shares their stacks and gutters. That matters for anyone buying in Sutton or checking a new roof there: only the parts we are given access to and can see safely are inspected. If it’s a flat, the lease normally sets out who is responsible for the roof.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Sutton (SM1, SM2, SM3, SM7)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys from safe vantage points.
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded as far as can be seen.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Sutton
Roofers don’t always clear every gutter and lower roof. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters and on extension roofs.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
Landlords with a home close to Sutton (London) station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
For landlords and managing agents
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.
Landlords and letting agents in Sutton book surveys as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the new roof, useful for planning maintenance.
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a report with photographs. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Sutton questions
Is my home in Sutton listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover Sutton?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Sutton is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The roof space is looked at where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we don’t disturb the new coverings. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Places near Sutton
Other services in Sutton
Buying a home or a new roof in Sutton
With Nonsuch Mansion about 1.6 miles west, Sutton sits in an area with a long building history. 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. Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Nicholas Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. For a London address like Sutton, it is useful to know about controlled parking before the day, along with any off-street space.
Sutton is about 9 miles south of Kensington, in Greater London. Sutton is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our Greater London coverage includes Sutton and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
All of SM1, SM2, SM3 and SM7 is covered for new roof snagging. We cover properties on High Street, Manor Place and St Nicholas Way and the roads around them. Sutton is on the B2230, so it’s easy for us to get to. Other places close to Sutton include Benhilton (1 mile north), Carshalton (1 mile east), Shanklin Village (1 mile south), St Helier (1 mile north) and Rosehill (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles north-east), City of Westminster (10 miles north), Marylebone (11 miles north), Kensington (9 miles north), St Pancras (12 miles north) and Shoreditch (12 miles north-east).
Near you in Sutton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Sutton Grammar School, The Grapes pub and Manor Park and the streets around them. Sutton has its own railway station: Sutton (London) station. Nearby you’ll also find St Helier Hospital (1.1 miles north-east) and Honeywood Museum (1.3 miles east). The countryside around Sutton includes Devonshire Avenue Nature Area and Duppas Hill.
How we price new roof snagging
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How big the roof is
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.