Hertfordshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Uppend, Hertfordshire
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Uppend. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Gutters blocked by building debris
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
New roof snagging in Uppend: what you get
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely, from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. We survey new flat roofs, ridges and verges and new-build homes, and common reasons people get in touch are tiles or slates sitting out of line and gutters blocked by building debris.
Somewhere as small as Uppend, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Uppend (CM23)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older rural homes like those around Uppend can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Uppend questions
Will you come out to Uppend?
Yes, Uppend is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Uppend?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Uppend is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Book snagging before the final payment
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them, and our part is to report what we see.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Book a check well before it so there is time to raise anything.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Uppend
Landlords, agents and building managers in Uppend and across Hertfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
How the survey changes by roof type
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.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles that do not sit flat can let rain in. We note any that look out of place.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Anything about access we should know
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Uppend homes and their roofs
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Historic houses such as Much Hadham Palace, about 4.7 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Uppend goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Stansted Mountfitchet station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary the Virgin, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Uppend is about 3 miles north of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. Roofs in Uppend get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hertfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
We cover every part of the CM23 postcode area for new roof snagging. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Mount Pleasant (1 mile north-east), Farnham (1 mile south), Manuden (1 mile east), The Willows (2 miles north-west) and Stocking Pelham (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (14 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (3 miles south), Hoddesdon (13 miles south-west), Hertford (12 miles south-west), Ware (10 miles south-west) and Baldock (15 miles west).
Local landmarks in Uppend
The nearest railway station is Stansted Mountfitchet station, roughly 2.9 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Bishops Stortford Local History Museum (2.4 miles south) and Herts and Essex Hospital (3.9 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Aubrey Buxton Nature Reserve.