Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Chilmington Green
New roof snagging in Chilmington Green and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
About our new roof snagging in Chilmington Green
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows, from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. If you are worried about damage to other parts of the building and debris left in gutters or valleys, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Chilmington Green, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Chilmington Green (TN23)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Chilmington Green
Godinton House, about 1.9 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chilmington Green. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If you let a flat or house near Ashford International station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Chilmington Green is about 2 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. We visit Chilmington Green as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We work across TN23 for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include Mock Lane, Oakwood Mews and Hays Mews. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Great Chart (1 mile north-east), Fleeden (1 mile west), Daniel's Water (1 mile north-west), Stanhope (1 mile east) and Stubb's Cross (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles east), Faversham (13 miles north), Hythe (12 miles east) and Davington (13 miles north).
What’s near Chilmington Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near John Wallis Academy, Ashford Community Woodland and The Little Black Dog pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Ashford International station, roughly 2.3 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include County Square (2.3 miles north-east) and William Harvey Hospital (3.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Around Chilmington Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof 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.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Chilmington Green: your questions answered
Will you come out to Chilmington Green?
Yes, Chilmington Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Chilmington Green listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and letting agents in Chilmington Green book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the new roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Chilmington Green
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the loft space.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What insurance they carry
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Tips that help
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Small faults on a new roof can grow. Loose details can let water through during the first winter. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. Older cottages and farmhouses around Chilmington Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys on any day of the week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
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