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New roof snagging in Westhumble, Surrey
Independent new roof snagging in Westhumble. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Westhumble
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings where the work is most fiddly. We inspect as far as can be seen safely and photograph each snag. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. If you are worried about cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and missing or blocked roof ventilation, we can find out what’s behind it, on replacement roofs, flashings and valleys and loft conversions and dormers alike.
Somewhere as small as Westhumble, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. 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, 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.
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
- Westhumble (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Westhumble
What else we do in Westhumble
FAQs for Westhumble
Do you carry out roof surveys in Westhumble?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Westhumble listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We don’t open up the new roof so hidden fixings are not visible to us. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and photograph what we find. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
From the loft, we check the underlay and look for condensation.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
Buying a home or a new roof in Westhumble
Polesden Lacey, about 1.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Westhumble. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Michael, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. If you own a rental within reach of Box Hill & Westhumble station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Westhumble is about 2 miles north of Dorking, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Westhumble, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Westhumble is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover for new roof snagging. Guildford is in our area too.
We cover every part of the RH5 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We cover properties on Adlers Lane, Chapel Lane and Burney Road. We also cover the places around Westhumble: Pixham (1 mile south-east), Mickleham (1 mile north-east), Ranmore Common (2 miles south-west), Dorking (2 miles south) and Westcott (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (10 miles west), Woking (11 miles north-west), Epsom (6 miles north-east), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (8 miles north-east).
Near you in Westhumble
Typical jobs here are in homes near Norbury Park, Stepping Stones pub and Pippbrook House, among other places. There is a railway station in Westhumble itself: Box Hill & Westhumble station. Well-known places in the area include Headley Court (3.6 miles north-east) and Betchworth Castle (1.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Diary the defects period end date
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. That is worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older roofs in small places like Westhumble can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
How we price new roof snagging
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The size of the roof
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.