Surrey · London and the South East
Tilford New Roof Snagging
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Tilford, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
How new roof snagging works in Tilford
We report on what we see, with photographs and clear 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. The report doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. Common reasons to book are gutters or fascias damaged during the job and gaps at new flashings, across replacement roofs, ridges and verges and new-build homes.
Older buildings in small places like Tilford may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Tilford (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Tilford property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. That is worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
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What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It usually takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a hamlet or village like Tilford, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- We send a report with photos of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Tilford: your questions answered
Is my home in Tilford listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Tilford?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Tilford?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best so snags can be raised while the job is still open. If that’s passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when booking.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings seal the roof to walls and chimneys. We check how they’re dressed, fixed and pointed.
Slate roofs
Broken slates left on a new roof are a common snag. They’re photographed for the report.
Local roofs and buyers in Tilford
In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Historic houses such as Farnham Castle, about 3.2 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Tilford goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of All Saints, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. If you let a flat or house near Farnham station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Tilford is about 3 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Tilford, we can survey the roof. Tilford is one of the places in Surrey where we work. There is also a page for Guildford.
We cover every part of GU10 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Tilford Street, Shepherds Way and Riversmeet or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Tilford Reeds (1 mile south-west), Tilford Common (1 mile south), Charleshill (1 mile east), Lower Bourne (2 miles west) and Millbridge (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north-west), Frimley (9 miles north) and Haslemere (7 miles south).
Around Tilford
We work in homes and buildings around Barley Mow pub, Thundry Meadows and South Farnham School, among other places. The closest station to Tilford is Farnham station, about 2.5 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Milford Hospital (5.5 miles east) and Farnham Castle (3.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Tilford include Upper Lake and Culverswell Hill.
Prices for new roof snagging in Tilford
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
Why get it checked now?
Offcuts left in a gutter can block it that soak walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. Older and listed buildings around Tilford may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Why book us in Tilford
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- A written report with photos
- PI and public liability insurance
- 98% customer satisfaction
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.