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New roof snagging in Brook, Kent
Know where you stand with the new roof before you spend money on it. We carry out new roof snagging in Brook.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
How new roof snagging works in Brook
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice while the roofer can still come back easily. If that is passed, it’s worth checking before a defects or warranty period ends. That leaves time to raise what we find. Our report gives you a clear, photographed list of snags to send to your roofer in good time. If you’ve noticed verge tiles or slates not secured and flashings not properly dressed or fixed, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges and verges, new flat roofs and flashings and valleys alike.
In a village or hamlet like Brook, 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.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Brook (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Rural addresses near Brook can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
Why act early in Brook
Some faults only show when water gets in. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. Older cottages and farmhouses around Brook 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.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before you book.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. Everyone then knows what to expect and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
More services for Brook
Do you need new roof snagging in Brook?
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before the job is closed.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Gaps at new flashings
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
For landlords with property near Wye station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the survey will not cover
What affects the price in Brook
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so it needs to be finished well. The lining and the cut coverings along it are checked.
New roof snagging in Brook: local notes
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Mary, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Brook is about 4 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. Brook is one of many places we visit across Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the TN25 postcode area for new roof snagging. We cover properties on The Street, Troy Town Lane and Stonebridge. We also cover Folly Town (1 mile east), Wye (2 miles north-west), Hinxhill (2 miles south-west), Hastingleigh (2 miles east) and Hassell Street (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (4 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north-east), Dover (15 miles east), Folkestone (11 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north) and Faversham (11 miles north).
Local landmarks in Brook
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wye School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Wye station, about 2 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include William Harvey Hospital (2.4 miles south-west) and County Square (3.9 miles west). For a walk, there’s Hatch Park.
FAQs for Brook
Do you carry out roof surveys in Brook?
Yes, Brook is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Brook as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brook?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Before the final payment is best so snags can be raised while the job is still open. If that’s passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
It typically takes an hour or two for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.