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East Malling New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging in East Malling from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
What happens if roof problems are left?
It’s easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. Our report lists what to raise. In an older home around East Malling, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
New roof snagging in East Malling: what you get
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it is worth raising early. We record what we see. We survey ridges and verges, flashings and valleys and new flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are loose flashings at walls or chimneys and offcuts and broken tiles left behind.
Smaller places like East Malling often have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Low roofs are easier to see from the ground, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around East Malling. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- East Malling (ME19)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it usually takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Parking around East Malling is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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New roof snagging in East Malling: local notes
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. 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. About 4.9 miles north lies Starkey Castle, a reminder of how long the area around East Malling has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Church of St James, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
East Malling is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Bookings from East Malling are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
New roof snagging in ME19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer new roof snagging to properties on High Street, Chapman Way and Lister Close. If you are just outside East Malling, we cover Well Street (1 mile south), Ditton (1 mile east), West Malling (1 mile west), Aylesford (2 miles east) and Kings Hill (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north).
Landmarks near East Malling
We work in homes and buildings around The Rising Sun pub, Ditton Quarry and The Malling School. The nearest railway station is East Malling station, roughly 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.9 miles east). For a walk, there is Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
East Malling: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Malling?
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 Malling in the area you cover?
Yes, East Malling is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
What you can safely check yourself
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Pricing the remedial work
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
When to book a survey in East Malling
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
If you let a flat or house near East Malling station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- What insurance they carry
- Will the report include photos?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?