Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Badlesmere
New roof snagging across Badlesmere, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Gaps at new flashings
- Untidy or loose verge details
Useful tips for Badlesmere property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Diary the defects period end date
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. The report belongs with them.
How new roof snagging works in Badlesmere
We carry out new roof snagging in Badlesmere and across London and the South East. Time on site usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Everything visible from safe vantage points is looked at, and by drone where it’s applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. If you’ve noticed verge tiles or slates not secured and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Badlesmere, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Badlesmere (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a small place like Badlesmere, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Badlesmere
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Prices for new roof snagging in Badlesmere
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What to tell us when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Badlesmere questions
Is Badlesmere in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Badlesmere is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Badlesmere is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
How long does new roof snagging take?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, we report on the roof and do not take sides. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder though our report gives you the facts we saw.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Local roofs and buyers in Badlesmere
Belmont House and Gardens, about 1.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Badlesmere. 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. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If you let a flat or house near Selling station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Badlesmere is about 4 miles south of Preston, in Kent. Badlesmere is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Badlesmere is one of the places in Kent where we work. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: ME13. If you are just outside Badlesmere, we cover Sheldwich Lees (1 mile north), Sheldwich (1 mile north), Throwley (1 mile west), Throwley Forstal (1 mile west) and North Street (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-west), Whitstable (9 miles north-east) and Faversham (4 miles north).
Local landmarks in Badlesmere
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Red Lion pub. For rail, the closest station is Selling station, about 2.7 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Tower keep castle at Chilham (3.4 miles east).
When you need someone else
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Details hidden from sight
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Pricing the remedial work
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Badlesmere
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
Signs you need new roof snagging in Badlesmere
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are frequently where things go wrong, particularly when the weather is against them.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Poorly finished verges
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
Take an older house close to Church of St Leonard: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What experience they bring
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely