Kent · London and the South East
Aylesford New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Aylesford. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a smaller place like Aylesford, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The loft space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
How new roof snagging works in Aylesford
We carry out new roof snagging in Aylesford and across London and South East England. A visit usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We inspect as far as it is safe to see including by drone where applicable. A photo report follows. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If you’ve noticed offcuts and broken tiles left behind and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates, we can find out what’s behind it, on new flat roofs, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers alike.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Aylesford, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Aylesford. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Aylesford (ME20)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Small faults on a new roof can grow. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through in the first heavy storms. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. With lower homes, common in places like Aylesford, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- PI and public liability insurance
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Do you need new roof snagging in Aylesford?
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others just want an independent check before paying before the job is closed.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
If you let a flat or house near Aylesford station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Aylesford homes and their roofs
The wider area around Aylesford has a long history of building, with Starkey Castle about 4.5 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If you live in an older home near Aylesford Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Aylesford is about 3 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Aylesford is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Across Kent, we cover Aylesford and the places around it.
New roof snagging in ME20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Station Road, High Street and Hall Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Aylesford, we cover Ditton (1 mile west), Allington (1 mile south-east), East Malling (2 miles west), Well Street (2 miles south-west) and Fant (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (3 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Aylesford
In Aylesford, that means homes and buildings near Aylesford School, The Chequers pub and Ditton Quarry, among other places. There is a railway station in Aylesford itself: Aylesford station. A little further out are Allington Castle (1.7 miles east) and Medway megaliths (1.7 miles north-east). Not far away are Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
Common questions in Aylesford
Do you carry out roof surveys in Aylesford?
Yes, Aylesford is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Aylesford listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are 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.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Aylesford
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
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Prices for new roof snagging in Aylesford
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- When you need the report by
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Checking the roof from the ground
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.