Wokingham · London and the South East
Winnersh New Roof Snagging
We carry out new roof snagging in Winnersh and the rest of Wokingham. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
New roof snagging in Winnersh
A new roof needs to breathe. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the loft space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it’s worth raising early. We record what we see. Common reasons to book are cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and signs of condensation in the roof space, on ridges and verges, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers.
In a smaller place like Winnersh, some houses face open ground, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Loose ridge tiles, lifted coverings and tired flashings are the kind of things that show it. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are checked closely. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof doesn’t stay small for long.
Where we cannot see part of the new roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Winnersh (RG41, RG10)
- Region
- Wokingham
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are checked.
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so the detailing matters. We check the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
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How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the new roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a survey in Winnersh, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- 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.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Photos from ground level rarely show the detail. We get as close a view as safe access allows, including by drone where it’s applicable. In a smaller place like Winnersh, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Wind gets under it and lifts more.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why book us in Winnersh
- Prices that include VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
New roof snagging in Winnersh: local notes
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near St Mary the Virgin, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. For landlords with property near Winnersh station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Winnersh is about 2 miles south of Woodley, in Wokingham. We survey roofs in Winnersh and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Wokingham coverage includes Winnersh.
Here we cover the RG41 and RG10 postcode area for new roof snagging. Local streets include Reading Road, Westbrook Court and Bathurst Road, and we cover them all. Main roads around Winnersh include the B3030, so getting to you is simple. Other places close to Winnersh include Sindlesham (1 mile south), Emmbrook (1 mile south-east), Woosehill (2 miles south-east), Woodley (2 miles north) and Wokingham (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Reading (4 miles west), Crowthorne (5 miles south-east), Newtown (3 miles north-west), Coley Park (5 miles west), Twyford (3 miles north) and Charvil (3 miles north). As one of the bigger places in Wokingham, Winnersh has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
What’s near Winnersh
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Poachers pub, Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve and Winnersh Primary School. There is a railway station in Winnersh itself: Winnersh station. Other landmarks nearby include Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (0.6 miles south-west) and Wokingham Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Winnersh includes Lavells Lake and South Lake.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
- The size of the roof
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The address and postcode of the property
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
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, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Winnersh: your questions answered
Do you cover Winnersh?
Yes, Winnersh is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is Winnersh within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
What does a new roof inspection include?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. The roof space is looked at where there’s safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long will you be on site?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Keep the contract and invoices together
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. That’s worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.