Hampshire · London and the South East
The Hangers New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging in The Hangers from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Untidy or loose verge details
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
How new roof snagging works in The Hangers
We report on what we see with photos and plain descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. What we provide is an independent record of the roof’s condition. We do not give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. We’re often asked to look into broken coverings left on a new roof and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed, across flashings and valleys, new-build homes and replacement roofs.
Some older homes in villages like The Hangers 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. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- The Hangers (SO32)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through in the first heavy storms. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Older cottages and farmhouses around The Hangers can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- PI and public liability insurance
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
New roof snagging around The Hangers
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have 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.
For any home in The Hangers, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right. If you let a flat or house near Botley station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
The Hangers is about 6 miles north-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in The Hangers, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
New roof snagging in SO32 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside The Hangers, we cover Dean (1 mile west), Upper Swanmore (1 mile south-east), Swanmore (2 miles south), Hill Grove (2 miles south) and Droxford (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (8 miles north-west), Gosport (11 miles south), Havant (11 miles south-east), Eastleigh (7 miles west), Fareham (8 miles south) and Horndean (9 miles south-east).
Landmarks near The Hangers
In The Hangers, that means homes and buildings near Swanmore College of Technology, among other places. The closest station to The Hangers is Botley station, roughly 4.7 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Bishop's Waltham Museum (1.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Beacon Hill and Bishops Waltham Branch LNR.
Questions from The Hangers
Will you come out to The Hangers?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in The Hangers?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How long will you be on site?
A visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We will give you an idea as you book.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
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.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Check the roof before you pay in full
The report lists each snag with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. 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.
How the survey works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Around The Hangers, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- 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.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Nearby places to The Hangers
What else we do in The Hangers
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. Any that look wrong go in the report.
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.