Kent · London and the South East
Broad Ford New Roof Snagging
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Broad Ford. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Untidy or loose verge details
When to book a survey in Broad Ford
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in sooner rather than later.
Problems we come across often include:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
Take an older house close to Church of St Margaret: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- When you will get the report
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Broad Ford
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 written report with photos to share with your roofer. We are independent of the roofer who did the job. We survey replacement roofs, new-build homes and flashings and valleys, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked or slipped new tiles or slates and verge tiles or slates not secured.
In a village or hamlet like Broad Ford, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Broad Ford (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for new roof snagging in Broad Ford
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Which survey package you book
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- When you need the report by
- What made you get in touch
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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FAQs for Broad Ford
Is Broad Ford 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 Broad Ford?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
It typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We will give you an idea when you book.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
How do I book a survey in Broad Ford?
To arrange a survey, phone 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 agree a day with you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Broad Ford can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Book a check well before it so there is time to raise anything.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Broad Ford and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Landlords and letting agents in Broad Ford book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Buying a home or a new roof in Broad Ford
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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. Scotney Castle, about 3.1 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Broad Ford. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Marden station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Broad Ford is about 8 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We survey roofs in Broad Ford as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. Maidstone is in our area too.
All of TN12 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Broad Ford include Capel Cross (1 mile north), Brandfold (1 mile east), Smallbridge (1 mile south-west), Horsmonden (1 mile north-west) and Hazel Street (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (10 miles north), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles west), Tonbridge (9 miles north-west), Kings Hill (10 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north).
Around Broad Ford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Gun And Spitroast Public House And Rear Courtyard and The Gill and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Marden station, roughly 3.6 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Old Scotney Castle (3.1 miles south-west) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (2.1 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Bewl Water.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.