Kent · London and the South East
Folkestone New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Folkestone. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Folkestone
Our report records what we see, with photos and clear descriptions. If there is a disagreement about the work, it’s between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. We do not give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it does set out clearly what we found. If you’re worried about cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Folkestone is the kind of town where older houses and newer estates sit side by side. Older roofs are often slate or clay tile, and many later houses have concrete interlocking tiles. Whether you’re buying or have just had a new roof, the checks depend on which you have. Many older roofs also have felt underlay or none at all, which matters as much as the tiles.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Folkestone (CT20, CT19, CT21)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Folkestone
Many people book because something does not look right. Others just want an independent check before paying before the job is closed.
Look out for signs like these:
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near United Reformed Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
What to check before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What exactly goes into their report
- What insurance they carry
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Surveys for landlords and agents in Folkestone
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Folkestone. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Every price we give includes 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.
What to tell us when you contact us
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Diary the defects period end date
- Book snagging before the final payment
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected, where your contract allows. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Folkestone
Do you carry out roof surveys in Folkestone?
Yes, Folkestone is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
How do I find out if my home in Folkestone 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.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
When should I book new roof snagging?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photographs. On timing, it usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. A survey in Folkestone needs access inside and out, including the loft hatch and any rooms with damp. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- 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.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
To get a price for new roof snagging in Folkestone, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Buying a home or a new roof in Folkestone
Folkestone is within about 1 mile of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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.
Acrise Place, about 3.9 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Folkestone. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later. For landlords with property near Folkestone Central station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Folkestone is in Kent. Wherever you are in Folkestone, we can come and survey your property. Folkestone is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for new roof snagging. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the CT20, CT19 and CT21 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Christ Church Road, Middelburg Square and Station Road. Being close to the A259 and A260, Folkestone is simple for us to get to for new roof snagging. If you are just outside Folkestone, we cover Cheriton (1 mile west), Sandgate (1 mile south-west), Hawkinge (2 miles north), Arpinge (2 miles north-west) and Seabrook (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (14 miles north), Dover (7 miles north-east), Deal (13 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles west) and Tower Hamlets (7 miles north-east). Folkestone is among the bigger towns we cover in Kent.
Landmarks near Folkestone
We work in homes and buildings around The Park Inn Hotel, Lower Leas Coastal Park and The Harvey Grammar School and the streets around them. Folkestone has its own railway station: Folkestone Central station. A little further out are Folkestone Museum (0.7 miles south-east) and Folkestone Castle (1 mile north). For a walk, there is Sugar Loaf Hill.