Oxfordshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in West Hanney
We carry out new roof snagging in West Hanney and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
New roof snagging in West Hanney
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. We note what we can see. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, so it’s worth raising early. It all goes in the report. Common reasons to book are gutters blocked by building debris and underlay not dressed into the gutter, across loft conversions and dormers, ridges and verges and new flat roofs.
For a small place like West Hanney, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Where we can’t see part of the new roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- West Hanney (OX12)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around West Hanney 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.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
Offcuts left in a gutter can block it that soak walls. Spotting it now saves chasing damp later. In a small place like West Hanney, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
Roof by roof
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. We note anything left behind.
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
Nearby places to West Hanney
What else we do in West Hanney
West Hanney questions
Do you cover smaller places like West Hanney?
Yes, West Hanney is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is West Hanney in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in West Hanney as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
When to book a survey in West Hanney
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong particularly in poor weather.
Look out for signs like these:
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St James, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What experience they bring
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
Useful tips for West Hanney property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
West Hanney homes and their roofs
Longworth House, about 4.2 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Hanney. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
West Hanney is about 3 miles north of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in West Hanney, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Oxfordshire, we cover West Hanney. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the OX12 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. You’ll find streets like Main Street, The Croft and School Road. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Lyford (1 mile north-west), Denchworth (2 miles south-west), Grove (2 miles south), Charney Bassett (2 miles north-west) and Kingston Bagpuize (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (11 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles north-east), Witney (11 miles north), Carterton (12 miles north-west) and Wantage (3 miles south).
What’s near West Hanney
We work in homes and buildings around The Black Horse pub and the streets around them. A little further out are Abingdon Community Hospital (5.4 miles north-east) and Hinton Waldrist Castle (4.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Chain Hill and Letcombe Valley.
Honest limits
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- What’s under the new coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges