Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Boxley, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Boxley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
When to book a survey in Boxley
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Gaps at new flashings
If you own a rental within reach of Maidstone East station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before booking anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What experience they bring
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Boxley
Our snagging inspections cover Boxley and the rest of London and South East England. A visit typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see, and by drone where it’s applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. If you are worried about cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Boxley, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. 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. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Boxley (ME14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Boxley, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Boxley
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Towns and villages near Boxley
Also in Boxley
Local roofs and buyers in Boxley
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Historic houses like Stoneacre, about 4 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Boxley goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark like St Mary's and All Saints Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Boxley is about 3 miles north of Maidstone, in Kent. Roofs in Boxley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Boxley.
Here we cover the ME14 postcode area for new roof snagging. We cover properties on The Street, Styles Lane and Pilgrims Way and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Boxley: Dunn Street (2 miles north-east), Lidsing (2 miles north-east), Kit's Coty (2 miles north-west), Lordswood (2 miles north) and Scragged Oak (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (3 miles south), Sittingbourne (9 miles east), Gravesend (11 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles south-west), Faversham (15 miles east) and Northfleet (12 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Boxley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Valley Park School, The King's Arms and The Larches, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Maidstone East station, about 2.2 miles south-west. A little further out are KIMS hospital (1.4 miles south) and Allington Castle (1.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it’s right.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We look at how they’re dressed, fixed and pointed.
Valleys
Lead or other valley linings should be laid and lapped neatly where they can be seen.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Cottages and farmhouses around Boxley often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- 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.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Preparing for the visit
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Boxley
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
FAQs for Boxley
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Boxley?
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 carry out roof surveys in Boxley?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Boxley as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we don’t disturb the new coverings. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden so we focus on what can be seen.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Boxley?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it’s safe and check for damage left by the job.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.