House valuation said that roof was covered with snow and now I need to get a roofing contractor

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Had a valuation on a house I was interested in buying, the report came back with holding £2000. The valuer advised I get a competent roofing contractor to examine all roof coverings to make wind and weather tight. Further down the report he says at the time of inspection thick layers of snow covered all roof areas. So because he did a valuation when the house was snow covered, I have to pay a roofing contractor to come and inspect it, costing me. Is their anything that I can do about this?

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gices Level 6

Seems like you picked the wrong date to get the house valued. Anyway, it all depends on what sort of survey you went for. The normal Homebuyer Survey and Valuation Report would only analyse areas of the house which are accessible. The Structural Survery is more extensive though and will give you a better idea of the state of the house.

There would probably be a clause to say that if weather conditions do not permit, a full assessment might not be possible and another visit will not be included. So you need to check the details of the contract that you signed.

I don't think it's worth getting a roofing contractor for a house you do not own anyway. So talk to the person who did the valuation and see if a revisit can be arranged.