Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Whitchurch, Hampshire
New roof snagging in Whitchurch from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gaps at new flashings
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Whitchurch
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions, where the detailing is hardest. We check everything we can see safely and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. If you’re worried about cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and untidy or loose verge details, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Houses in smaller places like Whitchurch can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather typically shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are looked at closely. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof does not stay small for long.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Whitchurch (RG28)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Whitchurch
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
What happens on the day
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’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Homes around Whitchurch frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Questions from Whitchurch
Do you cover smaller places like Whitchurch?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Whitchurch?
Yes, Whitchurch is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Whitchurch
Roofers do not always clear every gutter and lower roof. Offcuts and broken pieces frequently end up in the gutters or damage lower roofs.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Gaps at new flashings
For landlords with property near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before you book anyone
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What insurance they carry
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs often have snags at the verges and eaves. They get close attention.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks, so we look at them closely.
Local roofs and buyers in Whitchurch
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
The streets around a church such as Church of All Hallows are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Whitchurch is about 6 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. We carry out new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Whitchurch and nearby. Whitchurch is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for new roof snagging. There’s also a page for Southampton.
We survey roofs across the RG28 postcode area for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on London Road, Station Road and London Street or a nearby road, we can survey it. Being close to the B3400, Whitchurch is simple for us to get to for new roof snagging. We also cover the places around Whitchurch: Wells-in-the-Field (1 mile east), Freefolk (1 mile east), Cole Henley (2 miles north), Firgo (2 miles south) and Hurstbourne Priors (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Basingstoke (10 miles east), Winchester (12 miles south), Andover (6 miles west), Tadley (12 miles north-east), Hyde (11 miles south) and Popley (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Whitchurch
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Red House Public House and Testbourne Community School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre.
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Diary the defects period end date
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so there is time to raise anything.