Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Wells-in-the-Field
Know where you stand with the new roof before you decide what to do next. New roof snagging in Wells-in-the-Field.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
About our new roof snagging in Wells-in-the-Field
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. If you’re worried about poorly finished verges and underlay not dressed into the gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Wells-in-the-Field, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Wells-in-the-Field (RG28)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What new roof snagging looks like in Wells-in-the-Field
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
The streets around a church such as St Nicholas' Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Wells-in-the-Field is about 7 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Wells-in-the-Field and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Wells-in-the-Field is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Reading.
All of RG28 is covered for new roof snagging. We cover properties on Priory Lane and London Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Wells-in-the-Field include Freefolk (1 mile east), Whitchurch (1 mile west), Cole Henley (2 miles north), Firgo (2 miles south-west) and Hurstbourne Priors (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (9 miles east), Winchester (12 miles south), Andover (7 miles west), Tadley (11 miles north-east), Hyde (11 miles south) and Popley (11 miles east).
What’s near Wells-in-the-Field
In Wells-in-the-Field, that means homes and buildings near Testbourne Community School and Railway Hotel, among other places. The closest station to Wells-in-the-Field is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, about 1.1 miles west of the centre.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Wells-in-the-Field
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wells-in-the-Field?
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.
Is Wells-in-the-Field in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Wells-in-the-Field as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
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.
Do not settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.
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What else we do in Wells-in-the-Field
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Wells-in-the-Field, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- What’s under the new coverings
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
Common roof problems in Wells-in-the-Field
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
If you own a rental within reach of Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What they will not be able to tell you
Why it is worth a survey now in Wells-in-the-Field
Small faults on a new roof can grow. Loose details can let water through in the first heavy storms. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. Older and listed buildings around Wells-in-the-Field may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Every finding written up with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Package prices that include VAT
Prices for new roof snagging in Wells-in-the-Field
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to let us know when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.