Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Test Valley
New roof snagging in Test Valley, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
Local roofs and buyers in Test Valley
About 2.7 miles north lies Stargroves, a reminder of how long the area around Test Valley has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
Test Valley is about 7 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. We carry out new roof snagging in Test Valley for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Reading.
New roof snagging in SP11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Ashmansworth (1 mile east), Vernham Street (3 miles west), Upper Green (4 miles north), Inkpen Common (5 miles north) and Hell Corner (5 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (15 miles east), Andover (7 miles south), Tadley (13 miles east), Popley (15 miles east), Tidworth (11 miles south-west) and Kempshott (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Test Valley
Open spaces near Test Valley include Pilot Hill.
About our new roof snagging in Test Valley
Our snagging inspections cover Test Valley and the rest of London and the South East. Time on site typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We inspect as far as it is safe to see, and by drone where it is applicable. You then get a written report with photos. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. If you’ve noticed underlay not dressed into the gutter and missing or blocked roof ventilation, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Test Valley are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Test Valley (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Test Valley
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The survey, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit 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 Test Valley can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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FAQs for Test Valley
Will you come out to Test Valley?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Test Valley?
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 much is new roof snagging?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them and our report gives you an independent record.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe and check for damage left by the job.
How do I book a survey in Test Valley?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents and landlords in Test Valley book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the new roof.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roof by roof
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so it needs to be finished well. The lining and the cut coverings along it are looked at.
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. Any that look wrong go in the report.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Photos from the ground rarely show the detail. We get as close a view as safe access allows using a drone where applicable. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why us?
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Package prices that include VAT
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Test Valley
Snags happen on many building jobs. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush particularly in poor weather.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St James, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before you book anyone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What experience they bring
- Will the report include photos?
Useful tips for Test Valley property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.