Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in East Hill
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags around East Hill, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Gutters blocked by building debris
About our new roof snagging in East Hill
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows, from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. Common reasons to book are ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed and flashings not properly dressed or fixed, on new-build homes, ridges and verges and new flat roofs.
In a village or hamlet like East Hill, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- East Hill (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
East Hill questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Hill?
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.
Is East Hill in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work, and you may want legal advice for that.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like East Hill, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Why it’s worth a survey now in East Hill
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Older and listed buildings around East Hill may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Diary the defects period end date
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.
Buying a home or a new roof in East Hill
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. With Lullingstone Castle about 2.2 miles north-west, East Hill sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Shoreham (Kent) station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
East Hill is about 5 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We provide new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in East Hill. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
We cover every part of the TN15 postcode area for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include Cherry Tree Grove, Ashen Grove Road and East Hill Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Knatts Valley (1 mile south-east), Romney Street (1 mile south-west), West Kingsdown (1 mile north-east), Maplescombe (1 mile north) and Woodlands (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles east), Dartford (7 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (10 miles south).
What’s near East Hill
In East Hill, that means homes and buildings near Kemsing Down, among other places. The closest station to East Hill is Shoreham (Kent) station, about 2.1 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Sevenoaks Hospital (4 miles south-west) and Otford Heritage Centre (2.8 miles south-west).
Common roof problems in East Hill
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before the job is closed.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
If you live in an older home near Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What exactly goes into their report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether VAT is added on top
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.