Kent · London and the South East
Benover New Roof Snagging
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Benover. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Poorly finished verges
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
Why get it checked now?
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows and send water down the walls. Spotting it now saves chasing damp later. In a place like Benover, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Benover
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
New roof snagging in Benover: what you get
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. You then get a written report with photos to share with your roofer. Typical surveys look at offcuts and broken tiles left behind and cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work, across replacement roofs, loft conversions and dormers and flashings and valleys.
In a village or hamlet like Benover, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. 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.
Where we can’t see part of the new roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Benover (ME18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Benover
Is my home in Benover listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover Benover?
Yes, Benover is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No, we report on the roof and don’t take sides. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof so hidden fixings are not visible to us. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Benover
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
Problems we come across often include:
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Damage to other parts of the building
If you live in an older home near St Peter's and St Paul's Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Diary the defects period end date
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Keep warranty papers safe
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
What we do, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Rural addresses near Benover can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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’s safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- We send a report with photos of each snag.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The size of the roof
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- What made you get in touch
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Also near Benover
What else we do in Benover
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
New roof snagging in Benover: local notes
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
Landlords with a home close to Yalding station may find that it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Benover is about 5 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. If you are in Benover, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We cover every part of ME18 for new roof snagging. Other places close to Benover include Congelow (1 mile north-west), Yalding (1 mile north), Laddingford (1 mile south-west), Hunton (1 mile east) and Nettlestead Green (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north), Tonbridge (7 miles west) and Kings Hill (4 miles north).
Around Benover
In Benover, that means homes and buildings near The Woolpack Inn and the streets around them. Benover’s nearest station is Yalding station, roughly 1.3 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Oakwood Hospital (4.4 miles north-east) and Teapot Island (0.9 miles north-west).