Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Finglesham
New roof snagging in Finglesham and the rest of Kent. We survey on any day of the week.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
New roof snagging in Finglesham
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice, while the roofer is still on hand. If that’s passed, it’s worth checking before a defects or warranty period ends. That leaves time to raise what we find. Our report gives you a clear, photographed list of snags to send to your roofer in good time. We are frequently asked to look into flashings not properly dressed or fixed and gutters or fascias damaged during the job, across loft conversions and dormers, flashings and valleys and ridges and verges.
Some older homes in villages like Finglesham are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Finglesham (CT14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Finglesham
What else we do in Finglesham
New roof snagging around Finglesham
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Finglesham, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, so exposed details get a proper look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. 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. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If you let a flat or house near Sandwich station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. If you live in an older home near Church of St George, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. Walmer Castle, about 3.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Finglesham. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Finglesham is about 2 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Whether the building in Finglesham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our Kent coverage includes Finglesham and the places around it. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: CT14. We also cover Marley (1 mile south-west), Hacklinge (1 mile north-east), Ham (1 mile north-west), Northbourne (1 mile south) and Sholden Meadows (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north) and Broadstairs (9 miles north).
Landmarks near Finglesham
We work in homes and buildings around Sandwich Technology School, Betteshanger Park and The Crown Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Finglesham is Sandwich station, roughly 2.4 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Deal Museum (2.5 miles east) and Sandown Castle (2.4 miles east). Not far away are Monk's Wall nature reserve.
What new roof snagging does not cover
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A promise that the roof will not leak
- Pricing the remedial work
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
How the survey changes by roof type
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.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verge details can be rushed and get a close look.
What happens on the day
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere like Finglesham needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a report with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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Finglesham: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Finglesham?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Finglesham?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
How do I book a survey in Finglesham?
Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Useful tips for Finglesham property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Keep the contract and invoices together
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.