Kent · London and the South East
Headcorn New Roof Snagging
Need new roof snagging in Headcorn? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
Buying a home or a new roof in Headcorn
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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 an older house near a landmark like St Peter's and St Paul's Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Headcorn is about 8 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Wherever you are in Headcorn, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN27 postcode area for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, High Street and Knight's Way. Other places close to Headcorn include Hearnden Green (1 mile north-west), Southernden (2 miles north-east), Swift's Green (2 miles east), Lashenden (2 miles south) and Smarden Bell (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (8 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (15 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles north-west).
What’s near Headcorn
In Headcorn, that means homes and buildings near The Kings Arms Inn And Shop Adjoining To Right. Headcorn has its own railway station: Headcorn station. Nearby you will also find Sutton Valence Castle (3.2 miles north-west) and Benenden Hospital (5.8 miles south).
New roof snagging in Headcorn: what you get
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen, and we look at the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photos. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. If you are worried about offcuts and broken tiles left behind and underlay not dressed into the gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Around Headcorn, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
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
- Headcorn (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need new roof snagging in Headcorn?
A roof is hard for most owners to see properly. Without an independent check, you are relying on what can be seen from ground level and you may be asked to pay anyway.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
Landlords with a home close to Headcorn station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Before you book anyone
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What experience they bring
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What the survey won’t cover
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. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Being in a smaller place like Headcorn doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You tell us 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.
Before the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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.
Headcorn: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Headcorn?
Yes, Headcorn is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Do you cover smaller places like Headcorn?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Useful tips for Headcorn property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. That’s worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and time is set aside for snags.
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Prices for new roof snagging in Headcorn
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
We’ll normally ask about:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- When you need the report by
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Roof by roof
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps where they can be seen.
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. We photograph any we find.