Hampshire · London and the South East
Totton New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Totton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
New roof snagging in Totton
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the loft space for condensation. What we see goes in the report. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. We record what we see. Common reasons to book are underlay not dressed into the gutter and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, across replacement roofs, new flat roofs and ridges and verges.
Around towns like Totton, many houses have gained extensions, dormers, porches or garages, and many of those additions have flat roofs. The joints where a new roof meets an old wall or slope are a common source of leaks. On a purchase or a newly finished roof in Totton, those junctions are high on the list.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Totton (SO40)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Totton
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
When to book a survey in Totton
Owners frequently get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before signing off the job.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Poorly finished verges
Historic houses such as Southampton Tudor House and Garden, about 4.5 miles east, show how far back building around Totton goes. If you’re buying an older home nearby, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What the survey won’t cover
- Their report turnaround times
Common questions in Totton
Is Totton in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Totton listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is 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.
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Different roofs, different checks
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks, so we check them closely.
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. They’re photographed for the report.
Why act early in Totton
Photographs from ground level rarely show the detail. Our inspection looks as closely as can be done safely, including by drone where it is applicable. Extensions and dormers on homes around Totton frequently hide the first signs of trouble at their joints with the main roof. Left for a few seasons, it can spoil plaster, skirting and flooring inside.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why us?
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: 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. Most visits take about one to two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Parking in a town like Totton is normally simple, but tell us if there is a driveway or any restrictions. The inspection covers what can safely be seen from outside, from windows and from the loft space, and from the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Totton
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Local roofs and buyers in Totton
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Totton, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Winfred, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. Landlords with a home close to Totton station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Totton is about 5 miles west of Southampton, in Hampshire. We carry out new roof snagging in Totton for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small.
We cover every part of SO40 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. If you need new roof snagging at a property on High Street, Station Road South and Tedder Way or a nearby road, we can help. Totton sits on or near the A35 and A36. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Ashurst Bridge (1 mile south-west), Hounsdown (1 mile south), Netley Marsh (1 mile west), Hillstreet (2 miles north) and Woodlands (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (13 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-east), Fareham (14 miles east), Chandler's Ford (7 miles north-east), Hedge End (9 miles east) and Lymington (11 miles south).
Near you in Totton
Around Totton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Cross Keys Public House and Hounsdown School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Totton station, roughly 1 mile east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.3 miles north-west) and Eling Experience (0.8 miles east). The countryside around Totton includes Testwood Lakes.