Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Aldington Frith
Need new roof snagging in Aldington Frith? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Gaps at new flashings
New roof snagging in Aldington Frith: what you get
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen, from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. We survey new flat roofs, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges, and the problems we are asked to look at most are vents that weren’t fitted or are covered and gutters blocked by building debris.
Somewhere as small as Aldington Frith, 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. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Aldington Frith (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
The survey, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Aldington Frith, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What affects the price in Aldington Frith
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The property’s address and postcode
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 drop us an email.
New roof snagging in Aldington Frith: local notes
Westenhanger Castle, about 5 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Aldington Frith. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
Aldington Frith is about 4 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Roofs in Aldington Frith get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Across Kent, we cover Aldington Frith. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We cover every part of TN25 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We cover properties on Frith Road, Bourne Road and Priory Road. We also cover the places around Aldington Frith: Bonnington (1 mile south-east), Clap Hill (1 mile east), Aldington (1 mile east), Stonestreet Green (1 mile east) and Postling Green (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Ashford (4 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (11 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (7 miles east) and Preston (15 miles north).
What’s near Aldington Frith
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Poulton Wood and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Ham Street station, about 3.3 miles south-west. A little further out are Ashford Designer Outlet (3.4 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (4.9 miles east). For a walk, there is Hatch Park.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Diary the defects period end date
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. If there is a dispute, it is between you and your roofer or builder; we report on what we see.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so there’s time to raise anything.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Aldington Frith
Do you cover Aldington Frith?
Yes, Aldington Frith is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Is my home in Aldington Frith listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
What we are asked to look at in Aldington Frith
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others just want an independent check before paying before signing off the job.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
For landlords with property near Ham Street station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What the survey won’t cover
- What exactly goes into their report
- Is VAT included in the price?
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded as far as can be seen.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks and are checked closely.