Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Hamstreet
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Hamstreet, with photographs and a written report.
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
About our new roof snagging in Hamstreet
We carry out new roof snagging in Hamstreet and across London and the South East. A visit normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We inspect as far as it is safe to see, and by drone where it’s applicable. You then get a report with photographs. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. We survey new flat roofs, ridges and verges and new-build homes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gutters blocked by building debris and tiles or slates sitting out of line.
Being in a small place like Hamstreet makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when booking, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on any day of the week.
Most points in the report come with a picture, 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.
- Place
- Hamstreet (TN26)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates left on a new roof are a common snag. They’re photographed for the report.
Ridges, hips and verges
Cracked mortar or loose ridge tiles on a new roof are worth raising. They’re recorded with photos.
Also near Hamstreet
What else we do in Hamstreet
Local roofs and buyers in Hamstreet
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. 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 will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
For landlords with property near Ham Street station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. The streets around a church such as Church of the Good Shepherd are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Hamstreet is about 5 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Hamstreet is one of many places we visit across Kent. Across Kent, we cover Hamstreet. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
New roof snagging in TN26 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as The Street, Dukes Meadow and Rectory Walk, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Hamstreet, we cover Orlestone (1 mile north-west), Ruckinge (1 mile east), Kenardington (2 miles west), Bromley Green (2 miles north) and Stone Cross (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (5 miles north), Folkestone (14 miles east), Hythe (10 miles east), Hawkinge (14 miles east), Tenterden (7 miles west) and Cheriton (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hamstreet
In Hamstreet, that means homes and buildings near The Dukes Head pub and the streets around them. Hamstreet has its own railway station: Ham Street station. Nearby you will also find Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (3.9 miles south) and William Harvey Hospital (5.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Orlestone Forest.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, it typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Hamstreet, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Your questions about new roof snagging in Hamstreet
How do I find out if my home in Hamstreet is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Hamstreet?
Yes, Hamstreet is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them and our report gives you an independent record.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How we price new roof snagging
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Height and safe access
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
- Anything about access we should know
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hamstreet
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Why act early in Hamstreet
Phone photos from the garden can’t show much. We get as close a view as safe access allows using a drone where it applies. In a place like Hamstreet, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Hamstreet
- Visits on any day of the week
- 20+ years’ experience
- A photo-illustrated written report
- PI and public liability insurance
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.