Hampshire · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Wigley
Independent new roof snagging in Wigley. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Wigley often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Related advice
About our new roof snagging in Wigley
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the new roof and around it. The findings go into a written report with photos to share with your roofer. We are independent of the roofer who did the job. If you’ve noticed broken coverings left on a new roof and gaps at new flashings, we can find out what’s behind it, on new flat roofs, new-build homes and replacement roofs alike.
Some older homes in villages like Wigley are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Wigley (SO51)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
We’ll usually ask about:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What’s prompted the survey
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- File all paperwork for the new roof
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
What we are asked to look at in Wigley
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong, especially when the weather is against them.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
If you let a flat or house near Totton station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their insurance cover
- Their report turnaround times
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Towns and villages near Wigley
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Questions from Wigley
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Wigley?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Will you come out to Wigley?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does this replace a RICS home 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.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
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.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Wigley
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Wigley. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What new roof snagging looks like in Wigley
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Wigley, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Landford Manor, about 4.4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wigley. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area.
Wigley is about 3 miles north-west of Totton, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Wigley and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Hampshire coverage includes Wigley and the places around it. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Here we cover the SO51 postcode area for new roof snagging. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Ower (1 mile south), Hillstreet (1 mile south-east), East Wellow (2 miles north-west), Blackhill (2 miles north-west) and Copythorne (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles east), Totton (3 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (7 miles east), Hedge End (11 miles east) and Lymington (13 miles south).
Near you in Wigley
For rail, the closest station is Totton station, about 3.4 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.5 miles south) and Eling Experience (3.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Copythorne Common.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges