West Berkshire · London and the South East
Swallowfield New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Swallowfield. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
New roof snagging in Swallowfield
Roof work frequently leaves debris behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted, and for damage to other parts of the building. Each item is photographed. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain, and cracked lower roofs can leak. It’s easier to raise them while the job is fresh. We’re often asked to look into signs of condensation in the roof space and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, on loft conversions and dormers, ridges and verges and flashings and valleys.
Being in a small place like Swallowfield makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Swallowfield (RG7)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Swallowfield
Roofers don’t always clear every gutter and lower roof. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters and on extension roofs.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
If you let a flat or house near Mortimer station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their insurance cover
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
What we do, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older roofs in small places like Swallowfield can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- We check the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Roof by roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. They’re recorded with photos.
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys as far as can safely be seen.
Local roofs and buyers in Swallowfield
With Stratfield Saye House about 2.6 miles south-west, Swallowfield sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Swallowfield is about 5 miles south of Reading, in West Berkshire. Roofs in Swallowfield get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Berkshire. Swallowfield is one of the places in West Berkshire where we work for new roof snagging.
All of RG7 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need new roof snagging at a property on The Street, Hornbeams and Fieldfare Court or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Riseley (1 mile south), Spencers Wood (1 mile north), Beech Hill (2 miles west), Farley Hill (2 miles east) and Grazeley (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Thatcham (13 miles west), Burghfield Common (5 miles west), Calcot (6 miles north-west), Shaw (15 miles west), Burghfield Hill (4 miles west) and Theale (6 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Swallowfield
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Oakbank, Swallowfield Meadow and The Crown pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Mortimer station, roughly 3.3 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Beaumys Castle (0.9 miles west) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (5 miles north). Open spaces near Swallowfield include The Marshes Local Nature Reserve and Longwater.
Common questions in Swallowfield
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Swallowfield?
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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is Swallowfield within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, we report on the roof and do not take sides. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. The report lists snags with photos for you to pass to your builder.
Why act early in Swallowfield
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. Loose details can let water through in the first heavy storms. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Visits on any day of the week
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.