Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Berwick, Kent
We carry out new roof snagging in Berwick and the rest of Kent. We survey on any day of the week.
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gaps at new flashings
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older rural homes like those around Berwick can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We agree what to focus on, such as 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.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
New roof snagging in Berwick: what you get
Homeowners book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. You then get a written report with photographs to share with your roofer. If you’ve noticed gaps at new flashings and missing or blocked roof ventilation, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on new-build homes, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys alike.
Older buildings in small places like Berwick may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Berwick (CT21)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Berwick
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
Take an older house close to Church of St Stephen: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What they will not be able to tell you
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- 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, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
New roof snagging around Berwick
Berwick is within about 2 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. The wider area around Berwick has a long history of building, with Westenhanger Castle about 0.9 miles north. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Westenhanger station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Berwick is about 2 miles west of Hythe, in Kent. We cover Berwick and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We work across the CT21 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Stone Street, Folks Wood Way and Honeywood Close and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Lympne (1 mile south-west), Newingreen (1 mile north-east), Westenhanger (1 mile north), West Hythe (1 mile south) and Pedlinge (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (8 miles north-west), Canterbury (14 miles north), Dover (12 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles east), Tower Hamlets (12 miles east) and Hawkinge (6 miles east).
Around Berwick
Around Berwick, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Brockhill Park Performing Arts College, Sandling Park and The Royal Oak Public House. Berwick’s nearest station is Westenhanger station, about 1 mile north of the centre. A little further out are Lympne Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Hythe Museum (2.4 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Tolsford Hill.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What this survey can’t tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Pricing the remedial work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
Your questions about new roof snagging in Berwick
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Berwick?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Berwick is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Berwick?
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 need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
What does a new roof inspection include?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. We look in the loft where it’s safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Poorly finished flashings often show up on new roofs. We photograph any we find.
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. We check for vents where they’ve been fitted.