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New roof snagging in Borden, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Borden, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
New roof snagging in Borden: what you get
A new roof is a big spend, so it’s worth having it checked before the final payment. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. You get a report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. We are independent of the roofer who did the job. Typical surveys look at offcuts and broken tiles left behind and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, across loft conversions and dormers, flashings and valleys and new flat roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Borden are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Borden (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older rural homes like those around Borden 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, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Book a survey
For a price for new roof snagging in Borden, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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New roof snagging in Borden: local notes
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Borden, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. 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 check with the council.
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter and St Paul: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Borden is about 1 mile south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Anywhere in Borden, we can come and survey your property. Borden is one of the places in Kent where we work for new roof snagging. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the ME9 postcode area for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on The Street, Mountview and Homestead View. We also cover the places around Borden: Heart's Delight (1 mile south-east), Tunstall (1 mile south-east), Sittingbourne (1 mile north-east), Highsted (2 miles south-east) and Rodmersham Green (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (9 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles east), Faversham (8 miles east), Minster (7 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (14 miles west).
Around Borden
Typical jobs here are in homes near Westlands School and Cromers Wood and the streets around them. The closest station to Borden is Sittingbourne station, about 1.4 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Court Hall Museum (1.6 miles north-east) and Bayford Court (1.7 miles north-east).
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Borden
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- A promise that the roof will not leak
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
When to book a survey in Borden
Flashings at walls and chimneys often need attention. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in at the first heavy rain.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
Landlords with a home close to Sittingbourne station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Are they insured for the work?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Why get it checked now?
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. Older cottages and farmhouses around Borden can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Borden
Is the coastal weather around Borden hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows.
Will you come out to Borden?
Yes, Borden is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What does a new roof inspection include?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when booking.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.