West Berkshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Thatcham
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in Thatcham and across West Berkshire.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
Why it is worth a survey now in Thatcham
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows and send water down the walls. Spotting it now saves chasing damp later. A defect spotted early can be planned and budgeted for, whereas a leak tends to force the timing on you, in Thatcham as anywhere.
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book us in Thatcham
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Package prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
See our cost guide or our case studies.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Thatcham
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photos. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. If you’re worried about cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a town the size of Thatcham, most homes are houses rather than flats, so the roof is typically the owner’s alone to look after. That makes a roof defect a cost that falls on you: better found before exchange or final payment than after. With photographs and written recommendations, you have clear points to take back to the seller or the roofer.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Thatcham (RG19, RG18)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for new roof snagging in Thatcham
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Which survey package you book
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof, useful for planning maintenance.
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What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. A visit in Thatcham runs most smoothly with the loft hatch clear, side gates open and a parking spot in mind. If you won’t be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- You let us know 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 loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
To get a price for new roof snagging in Thatcham, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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FAQs for Thatcham
How do I find out if my home in Thatcham is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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 cover Thatcham?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Thatcham is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Thatcham homes and their roofs
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. Shaw House, about 2.7 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Thatcham. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you let a flat or house near Thatcham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Thatcham is about 12 miles north-west of Basingstoke, in West Berkshire. Roofs in Thatcham get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Berkshire. Across West Berkshire, we cover Thatcham and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We cover every part of RG19 and RG18 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. You’ll find streets like High Street, Station Road and Flagstaff Square, all of which we cover. With the A4 close by, Thatcham is simple for us to get to for new roof snagging. We also cover Benham Hill (1 mile west), Ashmore Green (2 miles north-west), Cold Ash (2 miles north), Upper Bucklebury (2 miles north-east) and Stone Copse (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles west), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles west), Hungerford (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (12 miles east) and Calcot (9 miles east). Thatcham is one of the larger places we cover in West Berkshire.
Near you in Thatcham
We work in homes and buildings around Kennet School and The Old Chequers Public House and the streets around them. Thatcham’s nearest station is Thatcham station, about 0.9 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.2 miles south-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Nature Discovery Centre.
What we are asked to look at in Thatcham
Most householders cannot get a good look at their new roof. Without an independent check, you’re relying on what can be seen from the ground and you may be asked to pay anyway.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
The streets around a church such as United Reformed Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What experience they bring
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. If there’s a dispute, it’s between you and your roofer or builder; we report on what we see.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.