Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Charing, Kent
A careful look at the new roof at your property in Charing, with photographs and a written report.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Gaps at new flashings
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
New roof snagging in Charing: local notes
Historic houses such as Godinton House, about 3.9 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Charing goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Landlords with a home close to Charing station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Charing is about 6 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Charing is one of many places we visit across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Charing is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We cover every part of the TN27 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Local streets include The High Street, Market Place and Station Road. Other places close to Charing include Charing Heath (1 mile west), Cold Harbour (2 miles north-west), Lenham Heath (2 miles west), Stonebridge Green (2 miles west) and Lenham Forstal (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (6 miles south-east), Canterbury (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Whitstable (14 miles north-east) and Faversham (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Charing
We work in homes and buildings around Spuckles and Kennelling Woods and King's Head Public House, among other places. Charing has its own railway station: Charing station. Nearby you will also find Coldbridge Castle (4.3 miles west).
About our new roof snagging in Charing
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. We are often asked to look into offcuts and broken tiles left behind and underlay ending short at the eaves, across ridges and verges, flashings and valleys and new-build homes.
Houses in smaller places like Charing can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather normally shows first. Whether you are buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a close look. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof does not stay small for long.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Charing (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- When you need the report by
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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What we cannot see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
When to book a survey in Charing
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in at the first heavy rain.
Problems we come across often include:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Charing: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Charing is listed?
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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Charing?
Yes, Charing is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a survey in Charing, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.