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New roof snagging in Buttsole, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Buttsole, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Untidy or loose verge details
New roof snagging in Buttsole: what you get
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. Roof snags frequently show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings where the work is most fiddly. We inspect as far as can safely be seen and photograph each snag. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. If you are worried about signs of condensation in the roof space and tiles or slates sitting out of line, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Being in a small place like Buttsole makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The report records the new roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Buttsole (CT13, CT14)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Buttsole homes and their roofs
Buttsole is within about 5 miles of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. The wider area around Buttsole has a long history of building, with Goodnestone Park about 3.5 miles west. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary the Virgin, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Buttsole is about 4 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. If you’re in Buttsole, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Buttsole is one of the places in Kent we cover for new roof snagging. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
New roof snagging in CT13 and CT14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as Mill Lane, Liss Road and High Street, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Eastry (1 mile north), Ham (1 mile east), Statenborough (1 mile north-east), Marley (2 miles east) and Felderland (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (10 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (12 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Around Buttsole
We work in homes and buildings around Sandwich Technology School, Ham Fen and The Five Bells pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Buttsole is Sandwich station, about 2.5 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find The Precinct Toy Collection (2.8 miles north-east) and Sandown Castle (4.1 miles east). Not far away are Monk's Wall nature reserve.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Around Buttsole, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
How we price new roof snagging
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- When you need the report by
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Do you need new roof snagging in Buttsole?
Flashings at walls and chimneys frequently need attention. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in sooner rather than later.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
For landlords with property near Sandwich station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What happens after the report arrives
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
Buttsole questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Buttsole?
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.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Buttsole, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How do I book a survey in Buttsole?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We do not open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.