Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Cranbrook, Kent
A careful look at the new roof at your property in Cranbrook, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
Buying a home or a new roof in Cranbrook
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. 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. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Around Cranbrook, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Cranbrook is about 12 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Bookings from Cranbrook are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Cranbrook is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for new roof snagging. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
All of TN17 and TN18 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Crane Lane and White Lion Yard and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Baker's Cross (1 mile east), Coursehorn (1 mile east), Swattenden (1 mile south), Hartley (1 mile south-west) and Gill's Green (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles north), Ashford (15 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Foley Park (13 miles north).
What’s near Cranbrook
In Cranbrook, that means homes and buildings near The Crown Public House, Crane Valley and Cranbrook Church of England Primary School, among other places. A little further out are Sissinghurst Castle (2.5 miles north-east) and Benenden Hospital (3.6 miles east).
About our new roof snagging in Cranbrook
Our report records what we see with photos and plain 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 describes what we saw in plain terms. We survey replacement roofs, new-build homes and ridges and verges, and people most often book us about underlay ending short at the eaves and loose or badly finished ridge tiles.
Around Cranbrook, you will mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Older roofs frequently have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
If any part of the new roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Cranbrook (TN17, TN18)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. They’re recorded with photos.
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded where we can see them.
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. For a survey in Cranbrook, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- 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.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
To get a price for new roof snagging in Cranbrook, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
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What this survey can’t tell you
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Common roof problems in Cranbrook
Roofers don’t always clear every gutter and lower roof. Broken tiles, offcuts and nails can block gutters and on extension roofs.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Untidy or loose verge details
For an older house near a landmark like Congregational Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Also near Cranbrook
Also in Cranbrook
Why get it checked now?
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows that soak walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Cranbrook, so it’s useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What you get with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Package prices that include VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Common questions in Cranbrook
How do I find out if my home in Cranbrook is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover Cranbrook?
Yes, Cranbrook is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How do I book a survey in Cranbrook?
Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.