Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Farthingloe, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Farthingloe, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Gaps at new flashings
Useful tips for Farthingloe property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. Everyone then knows what to expect and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
About our new roof snagging in Farthingloe
We carry out new roof snagging in Farthingloe and across London and South East England. A visit typically takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked, and by drone where it is applicable. You then get a report with photos. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If you’re worried about signs of condensation in the roof space and gutters or fascias damaged during the job, we can find out what’s behind it, on new-build homes, new flat roofs and loft conversions and dormers alike.
Somewhere as small as Farthingloe, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. 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.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- Farthingloe (CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Local roofs and buyers in Farthingloe
Farthingloe lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, so exposed details get a careful look whether you are buying or signing off new work. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you own a rental within reach of Dover Priory station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Farthingloe is about 2 miles south-west of Dover, in Kent. We carry out new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Farthingloe and the surrounding area. Across Kent, we cover Farthingloe and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Every address in CT15 is within our area for new roof snagging. We also cover Maxton (1 mile north-east), Aycliffe (1 mile south-east), Church Hougham (1 mile west), Dover (2 miles north-east) and West Hougham (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (5 miles south-west), Deal (9 miles north-east), Hythe (9 miles west), Walmer (8 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (5 miles west).
What’s near Farthingloe
We work in homes and buildings around Astor College for the Arts, Whinless Down and Crown & Sceptre pub and the streets around them. Farthingloe’s nearest station is Dover Priory station, roughly 1.3 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Buckland Hospital (1.2 miles north-east) and Old Town Gaol (1.6 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
Farthingloe: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Farthingloe?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Farthingloe is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
How do I book a survey in Farthingloe?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. As for time on site, it usually takes between one and two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a village or hamlet like Farthingloe, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Related advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
A defects or warranty period doesn’t last for ever. A snagging inspection before then leaves time to act. In a place like Farthingloe, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
When to book a survey in Farthingloe
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Aycliffe Church Centre, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What insurance they carry
- What they will not be able to tell you
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Pricing the remedial work
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- A promise that the roof will not leak
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers