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New roof snagging in Comp, Kent
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Comp. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
What we do, step by step
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Comp frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- The loft space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Before the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
New roof snagging in Comp: what you get
Roof work often leaves debris behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted along with any damage to other parts of the property. It’s all recorded with photos. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. Common reasons to book are underlay not dressed into the gutter and gutters or fascias damaged during the job, on new flat roofs, ridges and verges and flashings and valleys.
Older buildings in small places like Comp may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Comp (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Comp questions
How do I find out if my home in Comp is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Comp within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you look in the roof space?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Comp?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
New roof snagging around Comp
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Historic houses such as Old Soar Manor, about 1.7 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Comp goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For landlords with property near Borough Green & Wrotham station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Comp is about 3 miles west of Kings Hill, in Kent. Surveys in Comp work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Comp is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for new roof snagging. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN15 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Platt (1 mile north-west), Wrotham Heath (1 mile north-east), Crouch (1 mile south-west), Claygate Cross (1 mile south-west) and Borough Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (7 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles north) and Tonbridge (7 miles south-west).
Near you in Comp
In Comp, that means homes and buildings near The Blue Anchor pub and Wrotham School. The nearest railway station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 1.5 miles west. Nearby you will also find Ightham Court (2.3 miles west) and Beechin Wood Archery Museum (less than half a mile west).
What this survey can’t tell you
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Pricing the remedial work
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys
Lead or other valley linings should be laid and lapped neatly as far as safe access allows.
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the roof space dry. We check for vents where they’ve been fitted.
Nearby places to Comp
Also in Comp
How we price new roof snagging
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Diary the defects period end date
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Keep warranty papers safe
The report lists each snag with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.