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Crayford New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Crayford, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Poorly finished verges
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
New roof snagging in Crayford
Ventilation matters on a new roof. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them, and check the loft space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. We record what we see. We survey flashings and valleys, new-build homes and replacement roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gaps at new flashings and broken coverings left on a new roof.
Smaller places like Crayford often have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. That applies whether you are buying in Crayford or checking a new roof there. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
Where we cannot see part of the new roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Crayford (DA1, DA5, DA7)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for new roof snagging in Crayford
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How big the roof is
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Useful tips for Crayford property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Check before your warranty period ends
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Small faults on a new roof can grow. Loose details can let water through in the first heavy storms. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. In an older home around Crayford, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
Why book us in Crayford
- Every finding written up with photos
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Parking around Crayford is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check 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
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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FAQs for Crayford
Do you cover smaller places like Crayford?
Yes, Crayford is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Crayford is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We do not open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Crayford homes and their roofs
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. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. The wider area around Crayford has a long history of building, with Hall Place and Gardens about 0.9 miles west. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Church of St Paulinus: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. If you own a rental within reach of Crayford station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Crayford is about 2 miles west of Dartford, in Kent. Crayford is one of many places we visit across Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for London.
We cover every part of DA1, DA5 and DA7 for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Swan Lane, Dale Road and Ross Road and the roads around them. We also cover Bowmans (1 mile south), Barnes Cray (1 mile north-east), Barnehurst (1 mile north-west), Coldblow (1 mile south-west) and Wilmington (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Swanley (4 miles south), Swanscombe (5 miles east) and Windmill Hill (8 miles east).
Around Crayford
In Crayford, that means homes and buildings near Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Academy, The Bear and Ragged Staff pub and St Catherine's Catholic School and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Crayford itself: Crayford station. Nearby you’ll also find Bexley Museum (0.9 miles west) and West Hill Hospital (1.3 miles east). Open spaces near Crayford include Wansunt Pit.