Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Ditton, Kent
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in Ditton and across Kent.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
New roof snagging in Ditton: what you get
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. We survey loft conversions and dormers, flashings and valleys and new-build homes, and people most often book us about offcuts and broken tiles left behind and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
In a smaller place like Ditton, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
The Standard Survey adds 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.
- Location
- Ditton (ME20)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
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Common questions in Ditton
Will you come out to Ditton?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is Ditton in the area you cover?
Yes, Ditton is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How long will you be on site?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What do you check on a new roof?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
What we’re asked to look at in Ditton
Flashings at walls and chimneys frequently need attention. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in at the first heavy rain.
People normally book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Gaps at new flashings
If you live in an older home near St Peter's Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Questions to ask before booking
- When you will get the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Underlay and ventilation
From the loft, we check the underlay and look for condensation.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Raising snags before the final payment is typically simpler. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on it can be harder to get them back. Our report lists what to raise. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Ditton, so it’s useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. A survey gives you that notice.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book us in Ditton
- PI and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 20+ years’ experience
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
What new roof snagging looks like in Ditton
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. Starkey Castle, about 4.8 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ditton. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you own a rental within reach of Aylesford station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Ditton is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. We provide new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Ditton and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small.
We work across ME20 for new roof snagging. You will find streets such as London Road, Station Road and Scott Close, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Ditton, we cover Aylesford (1 mile east), East Malling (1 mile west), Well Street (1 mile south-west), Allington (2 miles east) and West Malling (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north).
What’s near Ditton
We work in homes and buildings around Aylesford School, The Malling School and Kentish Quarryman pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Aylesford station, roughly 0.6 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Leybourne Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Ditton includes Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a smaller place like Ditton, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a photo-illustrated written report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.