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New roof snagging in Blean, Kent
New roof snagging in Blean from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
New roof snagging in Blean
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen including from the loft and the roof where it is safe. You then get a written report with photos to share with your roofer. If you’ve noticed underlay ending short at the eaves and poorly finished verges, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on replacement roofs, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges alike.
Some older homes in villages like Blean are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Blean (CT2)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
- What’s under the new coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Blean
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Blean, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What we’re asked to look at in Blean
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the roof space.
Look out for signs like these:
- Poorly finished verges
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
If you live in an older home near Church of St Cosmus and St Damian, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
What to check before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their report turnaround times
Surveys for landlords and agents in Blean
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters.
Letting agents and landlords in Blean book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photographs.
Blean: your questions answered
Is Blean within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Blean?
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 I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
When should I book new roof snagging?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
What new roof snagging looks like in Blean
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Blean, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For landlords with property near Canterbury West station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Blean is about 3 miles north-west of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Blean as part of our work across London and South East England. Blean is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for new roof snagging.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: CT2. Local streets include Westfield, School Lane and Vicarage Lane. You’ll find Blean on the A290, so it’s easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Honey Hill (1 mile north-west), Tyler Hill (1 mile east), Denstroude (1 mile north-west), Hackington (1 mile east) and Yorkletts (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (14 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Whitstable (3 miles north), Faversham (7 miles west) and Herne Bay (6 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Blean
Around Blean, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Archbishop's School, Tyler Hill Meadow and St Edmund's School. Blean’s nearest station is Canterbury West station, about 2.1 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Sidney Cooper Museum (2.3 miles south-east) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (2.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Blean include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
What you can safely check yourself
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Some faults only show when water gets in. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. In a small place like Blean, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
Why book us in Blean
- Over 20 years’ experience
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
- 98% of clients satisfied
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