Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Cold Harbour, Kent
We carry out new roof snagging in Cold Harbour and the rest of Kent. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Gutters blocked by building debris
New roof snagging in Cold Harbour: what you get
The best time for snagging is before the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, it is worth checking before a defects or warranty period ends. That leaves time to raise what we find. You get a written list of snags with photographs, ready to pass on before the deadline. Common reasons to book are verge tiles or slates not secured and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered, on new-build homes, flashings and valleys and loft conversions and dormers.
Being in a small place like Cold Harbour makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Where we cannot see part of the new roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Cold Harbour (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Buying a home or a new roof in Cold Harbour
Belmont House and Gardens, about 3.8 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Cold Harbour. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, 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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Lawrence, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. If you let a flat or house near Charing station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Cold Harbour is about 7 miles south-west of Faversham, in Kent. Cold Harbour is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Kent, we cover Cold Harbour. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in ME17 is covered for new roof snagging. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Warren Street (1 mile north-west), Payden Street (1 mile north-west), Lenham Heath (2 miles south-west), Charing Heath (2 miles south) and Lenham Forstal (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles west), Ashford (8 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north), Whitstable (14 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Cold Harbour
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Harrow pub and Spuckles and Kennelling Woods and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Charing station, about 2.3 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (3.4 miles north).
What affects the price in Cold Harbour
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The roof’s overall size
- Building height and the viewpoints available
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
We will normally ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The property’s address and postcode
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Honest limits
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a small place like Cold Harbour, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
To get a price for new roof snagging in Cold Harbour, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
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Cold Harbour questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cold Harbour?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Cold Harbour?
Yes, Cold Harbour is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Cold Harbour as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How much is new roof snagging?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Useful tips for Cold Harbour property owners
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It is a dated record of the roof at handover.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It is simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Roof by roof
Flashings
Poorly finished flashings often show up on new roofs. We photograph any we find.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.