Kent · London and the South East
Aylesham New Roof Snagging
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Aylesham. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
How new roof snagging works in Aylesham
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We check everything we can see safely and photograph each snag. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. We are often asked to look into gaps at new flashings and underlay ending short at the eaves, across flashings and valleys, new flat roofs and new-build homes.
Houses in smaller places like Aylesham can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, so their roofs may take more wind and driving rain. Loose ridge tiles, lifted coverings and tired flashings are the kind of things that show it. Whether you are buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a close look. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof does not stay small for long.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Aylesham (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs and buyers in Aylesham
With Goodnestone Park about 1.6 miles north-east, Aylesham sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them. Landlords with a home close to Aylesham station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Aylesham is about 6 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. We carry out new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Aylesham and the surrounding area. Across Kent, we cover Aylesham. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Market Place, Mexborough Square and Derwent Way and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Aylesham: Bloodden (1 mile north), Adisham (1 mile north), Womenswold (1 mile south-west), Woolage Green (2 miles south) and Out Elmstead (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (6 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (8 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Aylesham
Aylesham has its own railway station: Aylesham station. A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.2 miles north-west).
Questions from Aylesham
Is Aylesham in the area you cover?
Yes, Aylesham is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Will you come out to Aylesham?
Yes. Aylesham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It usually takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. We’ll give you an idea as you book.
What new roof snagging does not cover
It is a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Aylesham
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so a new slate roof should be laid well. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
Underlay and ventilation
At the eaves, the underlay should run into the gutter so water drains away. We check it where it can be seen.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. Loose details can let water through in the first heavy storms. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. Around Aylesham, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 98% customer satisfaction
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Prices for new roof snagging in Aylesham
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
What we do, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Parking around Aylesham is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.