Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Chipstead, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Chipstead, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
About our new roof snagging in Chipstead
We report on what we see, with photos and clear descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. We do not give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it does set out clearly what we found. We survey replacement roofs, ridges and verges and new-build homes, and people most frequently book us about cracked or slipped new tiles or slates and underlay not dressed into the gutter.
For a small place like Chipstead, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Chipstead (TN13, TN14)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere as small as Chipstead, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree what to focus on, such as 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
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
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What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Details hidden from sight
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Pricing the remedial work
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Chipstead
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
What affects the price in Chipstead
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to let us know when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Common roof problems in Chipstead
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others just want an independent check before paying before signing off the job.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
If you let a flat or house near Dunton Green station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What insurance they carry
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the price includes VAT
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New roof snagging in Chipstead: local notes
About 2.8 miles south-east lies Knole House, a reminder of how long the area around Chipstead has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. You will 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.
Take an older house close to Chapel of the Good Shepherd: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Chipstead is about 2 miles west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We carry out new roof snagging in Chipstead for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Kent coverage includes Chipstead and the places around it. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
We cover every part of the TN13 and TN14 postcode area for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Homedean Road and Chevening Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Bessels Green (1 mile south-east), Riverhead (1 mile east), Dunton Green (1 mile north-east), Sundridge (1 mile south-west) and Chevening (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Dartford (11 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-east), Tonbridge (8 miles south-east), Northfleet (13 miles north-east) and Swanley (8 miles north).
Local landmarks in Chipstead
Around Chipstead, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Montreal Park, The Bricklayers Arms and Trinity School and the streets around them. Chipstead’s nearest station is Dunton Green station, about 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Sevenoaks Museum (2.2 miles south-east) and Kemsing Castle Bank (3.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Betsom's Hill and Dryhill Nature Reserve.
Different roofs, different checks
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. They’re recorded with photos.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong and get a careful look.
FAQs for Chipstead
Is Chipstead in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Chipstead as anywhere else.
Is my home in Chipstead listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Does this replace a RICS home 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, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
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 leaves time to raise anything we find.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.