Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Breach, Kent
New roof snagging in Breach from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
About our new roof snagging in Breach
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can be seen safely and record what we find. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We survey new-build homes, ridges and verges and loft conversions and dormers, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are vents that weren’t fitted or are covered and untidy or loose verge details.
For a small place like Breach, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Where we cannot see part of the new roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Breach (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about one to two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older roofs in small places like Breach can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Breach: your questions answered
Is Breach within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Breach is listed?
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.
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 insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect what can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Buying a home or a new roof in Breach
Acrise Place, about 3.4 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Breach. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you own a rental within reach of Snowdown station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Breach is about 5 miles north of Hawkinge, in Kent. Breach is one of many places we visit across Kent. Across Kent, we cover Breach. There is also a page for Canterbury.
Surveys in CT4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Lodge Lees (1 mile east), Denton (1 mile east), Wootton (2 miles south-east), Shelvin (2 miles east) and Selsted (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles west), Canterbury (7 miles north-west), Dover (7 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south), Whitstable (13 miles north-west) and Deal (11 miles east).
Around Breach
In Breach, that means homes and buildings near The Palm Tree Inn and Jumping Downs and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Snowdown station, about 3.6 miles north-east of the centre. Open spaces near Breach include Cheriton Hill.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags often show on tiled roofs. We check them closely.
Why it is worth a survey now in Breach
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps things factual. Older and listed buildings around Breach may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% customer satisfaction
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What else we do in Breach
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Whether the roof will leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.