West Berkshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Three Ashes, West Berkshire
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Three Ashes, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
Why act early in Three Ashes
Raising snags before the final payment is usually simpler. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on it can be harder to get them back. Our report lists what to raise. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Packages from £150, including VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
About our new roof snagging in Three Ashes
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the roof space for condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. It all goes in the report. Common reasons to book are loose or badly finished ridge tiles and underlay at the eaves left exposed, across loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and new-build homes.
For a small place like Three Ashes, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Three Ashes (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Three Ashes
More services for Three Ashes
Honest limits
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
- Legal advice on your contract
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
Local roofs and buyers in Three Ashes
The wider area around Three Ashes has a long history of building, with The Vyne about 2.8 miles south. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St. Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. If you own a rental within reach of Bramley (Hants) station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Three Ashes is about 3 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Three Ashes can all book new roof snagging, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Reading is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: RG7. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Bramley (1 mile south-east), Mortimer West End (2 miles north), West End Green (2 miles east), Mortimer (2 miles north) and Bramley Green (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles north-east) and Calcot (7 miles north).
Near you in Three Ashes
The nearest railway station is Bramley (Hants) station, roughly 1.5 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Calleva Museum (0.9 miles north-west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.8 miles south). For a walk, there is Daneshill Park Woods.
FAQs for Three Ashes
How do I find out if my home in Three Ashes is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Three Ashes?
Yes, Three Ashes is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Ideally before you make the final payment so snags can be raised while the job is still open. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. The report belongs with them.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How big the roof is
For a price for your roof in Three Ashes, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Anything about access we should know
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
How it works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, it typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Cottages and farmhouses around Three Ashes often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.