Hertfordshire · London and the South East
The Willows New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging in The Willows from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in The Willows
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them, and check the loft space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it is worth raising early. We record what we see. We survey loft conversions and dormers, flashings and valleys and ridges and verges, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps at new flashings and debris left in gutters or valleys.
Being in a small place like The Willows makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- The Willows (SG9)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere like The Willows needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- 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
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so the laying matters. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
Flashings
Flashings seal the roof to walls and chimneys. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Landlords, agents and block managers in The Willows
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
The Willows questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in The Willows?
Yes, The Willows is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you cover smaller places like The Willows?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
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.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Also near The Willows
What else we do in The Willows
When to book a survey in The Willows
Most householders can’t get a good look at their new roof. From the pavement, many faults are invisible and you may be asked to pay anyway.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
Landlords with a home close to Stansted Mountfitchet station may find that it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
What happens if roof problems are left?
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Older and listed buildings around The Willows may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
New roof snagging in The Willows: local notes
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
The Willows is about 5 miles north-west of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in The Willows and the rest of Hertfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: SG9. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Ginns Road and The Wash. Other places close to The Willows include Stocking Pelham (1 mile north-east), Berden (2 miles north-east), Uppend (2 miles south-east), Starling's Green (2 miles north-east) and Mount Pleasant (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (12 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (5 miles south-east), Hoddesdon (13 miles south), Hertford (12 miles south-west), Letchworth (14 miles west) and Ware (10 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in The Willows
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Cock pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Stansted Mountfitchet station, about 4.7 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Brent Pelham (2.2 miles north-west) and Herts and Essex Hospital (5.6 miles south-east). The countryside around The Willows includes Aubrey Buxton Nature Reserve.