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New roof snagging in Cheriton, Kent
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Cheriton? We carry out new roof snagging in Cheriton and across Kent.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
New roof snagging in Cheriton
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely including from the loft and the roof where it is safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. If you’re worried about flashings not properly dressed or fixed and poorly finished verges, we can find out what’s behind it, on replacement roofs, new flat roofs and ridges and verges alike.
In a smaller place like Cheriton, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Older roofs often have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Cheriton (CT19, CT20, CT50)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Cheriton
Flashings at walls and chimneys frequently need attention. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in at the first heavy rain.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Gaps at new flashings
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of All Souls, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Cheriton questions
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Cheriton?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you cover smaller places like Cheriton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
How long will you be on site?
A visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Checking the roof from the ground
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
New roof snagging in Cheriton: local notes
Cheriton lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. The wider area around Cheriton has a long history of building, with Acrise Place about 3.4 miles north. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you let a flat or house near Folkestone West station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Cheriton is about 1 mile west of Folkestone, in Kent. Roofs in Cheriton get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Cheriton is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for new roof snagging. Canterbury is in our area too.
New roof snagging in CT19, CT20 and CT50 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Oaks Road, Firs Lane and Star Lane, all of which we cover. You’ll find Cheriton on the M20, so it is easy for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in Sandgate (1 mile south), Folkestone (1 mile east), Peene (1 mile north-west), Newington (1 mile west) and Arpinge (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (12 miles west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (8 miles north-east), Deal (14 miles north-east), Hythe (3 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (7 miles east).
What’s near Cheriton
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Folkestone Academy, Lower Leas Coastal Park and White Lion pub and the streets around them. Cheriton’s nearest station is Folkestone West station, roughly 0.6 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Sandgate Castle (1 mile south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (1.3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Cheriton include Sugar Loaf Hill.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Cheriton. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a smaller place like Cheriton, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.