Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Wendover, Buckinghamshire
We carry out new roof snagging in Wendover and the rest of Buckinghamshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Untidy or loose verge details
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Wendover is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- 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.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
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How new roof snagging works in Wendover
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. 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. If you’ve noticed tiles or slates sitting out of line and underlay at the eaves left exposed, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Wendover, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Older roofs often have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Wendover (HP22)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Wendover homes and their roofs
About 3.9 miles east lies Cholesbury Manor House, a reminder of how long the area around Wendover has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
For landlords with property near Wendover station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Wendover is about 5 miles south-east of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. We survey roofs in Wendover and the rest of Buckinghamshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Wendover is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work for new roof snagging. Milton Keynes is in our area too.
Surveys in HP22 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets like High Street, The Paddocks and Victory Road. You’ll find Wendover on the A413 and B4009, so it is easy for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in Halton (1 mile north), Nash Lee (2 miles west), Chalkshire (2 miles west), Terrick (2 miles west) and Weston Turville (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (5 miles north-west), High Wycombe (9 miles south), Chesham (7 miles south-east), Marlow (13 miles south), Amersham (9 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles south).
Near you in Wendover
Around Wendover, our work takes us to homes and buildings near John Colet School, Wendover House School and The Pack Horse Public House, among other places. There is a railway station in Wendover itself: Wendover station. Well-known places in the area include Trenchard Museum (1.2 miles north-east) and Stoke Mandeville Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Wendover include Haddington Hill and Dancersend Nature Reserve.
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What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Wendover questions
Is my home in Wendover listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Wendover in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Wendover as anywhere else.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
What do you check on a new roof?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
When should I book new roof snagging?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags frequently show on tiled roofs. They get close attention.
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the roof space dry. Fitted vents are checked.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Wendover
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong particularly in poor weather.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Gaps at new flashings
If you live in an older home near Parish Church of St Mary, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Questions to ask before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the price includes VAT
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Why act early in Wendover
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows that soak walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. On a bungalow or cottage around Wendover, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wendover
- 20+ years’ experience
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.