Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Frant
New roof snagging in Frant from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
Landlord and commercial surveys in Frant
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer.
New roof snagging in Frant
Roof work often leaves debris behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted along with any damage to other parts of the property. Each item is photographed. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. Typical surveys look at ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed and debris left in gutters or valleys, across ridges and verges, replacement roofs and new-build homes.
Some older homes in villages like Frant 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’s worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Frant (TN3)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Frant
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The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Frant, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Frant questions
Is Frant in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Frant is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Frant?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It typically takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and photograph what we find. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Useful tips for Frant property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Book a check well before it so snags can be raised.
Checking the roof from the ground
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Honest limits
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Pricing the remedial work
- Legal advice on your contract
- Details hidden from sight
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Frant
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
New roof snagging in Frant: local notes
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. 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. The wider area around Frant has a long history of building, with Wadhurst Castle about 3.5 miles south-east. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For landlords with property near Frant station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Frant is about 3 miles south of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We survey roofs in Frant as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Kent coverage includes Frant. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN3 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer new roof snagging to properties on High Street, The Green and Warren Ridge and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Frant: The Platt (1 mile south), Eridge Green (2 miles west), Mark Cross (2 miles south), Town Row (4 miles south-west) and Tidebrook (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (3 miles north), Tonbridge (7 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (8 miles north-east) and Southborough (4 miles north).
What’s near Frant
In Frant, that means homes and buildings near The George Public House and Eridge Park, among other places. The closest station to Frant is Frant station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find The Corn Exchange (2.1 miles north) and The Amelia (2.6 miles north). Open spaces near Frant include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
What we’re asked to look at in Frant
Snags happen on many building jobs. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush, particularly when the weather is against them.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Alban: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report