West Berkshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Wickham, West Berkshire
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Wickham. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Wickham can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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About our new roof snagging in Wickham
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows, from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. If you’ve noticed missing or blocked roof ventilation and gutters blocked by building debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys alike.
Somewhere as small as Wickham, 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. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Where we cannot see part of the new roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Wickham (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows that soak walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. Outbuildings and barns around Wickham are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Surveys on any day of the week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Photographs and a written report every time
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
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When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
- What’s under the new coverings
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Look for new stains after a downpour
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. It sets clear expectations and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
Local roofs and buyers in Wickham
The wider area around Wickham has a long history of building, with Benham Park about 3.7 miles south-east. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Swithin, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. If you let a flat or house near Kintbury station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Wickham is about 6 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. If you’re in Wickham, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Wickham is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover for new roof snagging. You can also see our page for Reading.
We survey roofs across the RG20 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Local streets include Welford Road, Baydon Road and Mant Close, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Wickham, we cover Easton (1 mile east), Weston (1 mile north), Clapton (1 mile south-west), East Shefford (2 miles north) and Shefford Woodlands (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Newbury (6 miles south-east), Thatcham (8 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles south-east), Hungerford (4 miles south-west), Lambourn (6 miles north-west) and Shaw (6 miles south-east).
What’s near Wickham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Five Bells pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Kintbury station, about 3 miles south. A little further out are Hamstead Marshall 3 (3.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Sole Common Pond.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What made you get in touch
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Wickham questions
Will you come out to Wickham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is Wickham in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Wickham is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the property.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. The report lists snags with photos for you to pass to your builder.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.