Kent · London and the South East
Greatstone-on-Sea New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Greatstone-on-Sea, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Poorly finished verges
- Gutters blocked by building debris
About our new roof snagging in Greatstone-on-Sea
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can be seen safely and record what we find. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. Common reasons to book are gaps at new flashings and untidy or loose verge details, across new-build homes, replacement roofs and new flat roofs.
Somewhere as small as Greatstone-on-Sea, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often 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. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
You receive the findings 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.
- Where
- Greatstone-on-Sea (TN28)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Greatstone-on-Sea
Is my home in Greatstone-on-Sea listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Is Greatstone-on-Sea within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We do not open up the new roof so hidden fixings aren’t visible to us. We note what couldn’t be seen.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Rural addresses near Greatstone-on-Sea can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
When to book a survey in Greatstone-on-Sea
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Offcuts and broken pieces often end up in the gutters and on extension roofs.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
In and around Greatstone-on-Sea, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
Greatstone-on-Sea homes and their roofs
Greatstone-on-Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more 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, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Take an older house close to St Peter's: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Greatstone-on-Sea is about 9 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Greatstone-on-Sea, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the TN28 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Alfred Road, Meehan Road South and Hardy Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Greatstone-on-Sea: Littlestone-on-Sea (1 mile north), New Romney (1 mile north-west), Lydd-on-Sea (2 miles south), Lydd (3 miles south-west) and St Mary's Bay (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (12 miles north), Folkestone (12 miles north-east), Hythe (9 miles north-east), Hawkinge (13 miles north-east), Tenterden (14 miles north-west) and Cheriton (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Greatstone-on-Sea
Typical jobs here are in homes near Romney Warren Country Park, The Marsh Academy and The Jolly Fisherman pub, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Romney 'castle' (3.2 miles north-west) and Lydd Town Museum (2.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Greatstone-on-Sea includes Dungeness National and Burnthouse Pen.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Height and safe access
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
What we look for on each type of roof
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.
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the loft space dry. We check for vents where they’ve been fitted.
Towns and villages near Greatstone-on-Sea
Other services in Greatstone-on-Sea
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them, and our part is to report what we see.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Book a check well before it so snags can be raised.
Why get it checked now?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through during the first winter. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Outbuildings and barns around Greatstone-on-Sea are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
See our cost guide and two real surveys.