Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Cross-at-Hand
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Cross-at-Hand, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gaps at new flashings
How new roof snagging works in Cross-at-Hand
Building work can leave a mess behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs along with any damage to other parts of the property. Each item is photographed. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. We survey new-build homes, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are loose flashings at walls or chimneys and cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work.
Some older homes in villages like Cross-at-Hand are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Cross-at-Hand (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Cross-at-Hand can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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 roof space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- We send a written report with photographs of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Nearby places to Cross-at-Hand
Other services in Cross-at-Hand
Questions from Cross-at-Hand
Is my home in Cross-at-Hand listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Cross-at-Hand?
Yes, Cross-at-Hand is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We do not open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Cross-at-Hand?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
What new roof snagging looks like in Cross-at-Hand
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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. With Stoneacre about 4.6 miles north, Cross-at-Hand sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Cross-at-Hand is about 5 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Cross-at-Hand and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Kent coverage includes Cross-at-Hand.
We work across TN12 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Staplehurst Road and Woodford Park or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Rabbit's Cross (1 mile north), Devil's Den (1 mile east), Wanshurst Green (1 mile south-west), St Ann's Green (1 mile west) and Underling Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles west) and Kings Hill (8 miles north-west).
Near you in Cross-at-Hand
For rail, the closest station is Staplehurst station, about 1.2 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Sutton Valence Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and South East Romany Museum (1.8 miles south-west).
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What we’re asked to look at in Cross-at-Hand
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
For landlords with property near Staplehurst station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Before booking anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What exactly goes into their report
Prices for new roof snagging in Cross-at-Hand
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
What happens if roof problems are left?
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. Older cottages and farmhouses around Cross-at-Hand can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Cross-at-Hand
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.