Kent · London and the South East
Harrietsham New Roof Snagging
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Harrietsham and across Kent.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
What new roof snagging looks like in Harrietsham
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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Leeds Castle, about 2.2 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Harrietsham. 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.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Catholic Church of the Good Shepherd, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Harrietsham is about 7 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. We provide new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Harrietsham. Across Kent, we cover Harrietsham. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We survey roofs across ME17 for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Church Road, Station Road and Norris Walk and the roads around them. Other places close to Harrietsham include Marley (1 mile east), Pollhill (1 mile west), Chegworth (1 mile west), Sandway (1 mile south-east) and Platt's Heath (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north-east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
Landmarks near Harrietsham
Around Harrietsham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Kiln Wood, The Lenham School and The Roebuck Public House. There is a railway station in Harrietsham itself: Harrietsham station. Nearby you will also find The Dog Collar Museum (2.1 miles west) and Leeds Castle (2.2 miles west).
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Harrietsham
A new roof is a big spend, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. You get a photo-illustrated written report that you can pass to your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. If you are worried about flashings not properly dressed or fixed and underlay at the eaves left exposed, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Around Harrietsham, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Older roofs often have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Harrietsham (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Useful tips for Harrietsham property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- File all paperwork for the new roof
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. A visit to a smaller place like Harrietsham is no different on the day: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Harrietsham and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Common roof problems in Harrietsham
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Fiddly details are frequently where things go wrong, particularly when the weather is against them.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gaps at new flashings
If you own a rental within reach of Harrietsham station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Questions to ask before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How long the report takes to arrive
Common questions in Harrietsham
Will you come out to Harrietsham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. 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 Harrietsham in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Harrietsham is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
What do you check on a new roof?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s 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.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Why act early in Harrietsham
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. Homes in smaller places like Harrietsham can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Surveys seven days a week
- 20+ years’ experience
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