Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Gravel Castle, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Gravel Castle. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
New roof snagging in Gravel Castle
Roof work often leaves debris behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs along with any damage to other parts of the property. It is all recorded with photos. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain, and cracked lower roofs can leak. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. If you’ve noticed gaps at new flashings and missing or blocked roof ventilation, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and new-build homes alike.
For a small place like Gravel Castle, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Gravel Castle (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What new roof snagging looks like in Gravel Castle
The wider area around Gravel Castle has a long history of building, with Goodnestone Park about 3.8 miles north-east. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For landlords with property near Snowdown station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. The streets around a church such as Church of St John the Baptist are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Gravel Castle is about 6 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. If you’re in Gravel Castle, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Gravel Castle is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. There is also a page for Canterbury.
We survey roofs across the CT4 postcode area for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include Gravel Castle Road and Church Lane. If you are just outside Gravel Castle, we cover Barham (1 mile north-west), Derringstone (1 mile west), Heart's Delight (1 mile west), Out Elmstead (1 mile north-west) and Womenswold (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (6 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south-east), Folkestone (8 miles south) and Ramsgate (14 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Gravel Castle
Typical jobs here are in homes near Jumping Downs. The nearest railway station is Snowdown station, roughly 2.2 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.5 miles north-west).
What happens if roof problems are left?
A defects or warranty period doesn’t last for ever. A snagging inspection before then leaves time to act. Older cottages and farmhouses around Gravel Castle can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why book us in Gravel Castle
- Photos and a written report every time
- Surveys seven days a week
- Prices that include VAT
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. 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 most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a small place like Gravel Castle, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
How we price new roof snagging
To price your survey, we look at:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What to tell us when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Gravel Castle questions
Is Gravel Castle within the area you cover?
Yes. Gravel Castle is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is Gravel Castle in the area you cover?
Yes, Gravel Castle is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If that’s passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. The report lists snags with photos to raise with the builder.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
- Legal advice on your contract
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Gravel Castle
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags often show on tiled roofs. We check them closely.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.