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New roof snagging in Herne Bay, Kent
Know where you stand with the new roof before you decide what to do next. New roof snagging in Herne Bay, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
What happens if roof problems are left?
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps things factual. On homes in Herne Bay, the joint between an extension and the house is where a slow leak tends to start. Left for a few seasons, it can spoil plaster, skirting and flooring inside.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Herne Bay
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
New roof snagging in Herne Bay: what you get
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the roof and around the property. The findings go into a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. Typical surveys look at offcuts and broken tiles left behind and poorly finished verges, on ridges and verges, flashings and valleys and new-build homes.
In a town the size of Herne Bay, most homes are houses rather than flats, so the roof usually belongs to the property you are buying or paying for, apart from details shared with the house next door on semis and terraces. That makes a roof defect a cost that falls on you: better found before exchange or final payment than after. With photos and written recommendations, you have clear points to take back to the seller or the roofer.
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
- Herne Bay (CT6)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Verge details can be rushed and get a proper look.
Underlay and ventilation
At the eaves, the underlay should run into the gutter to carry water off. We check it where it is visible.
Practical tips
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.
Herne Bay questions
Do you cover Herne Bay?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Herne Bay as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Herne Bay?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we do not disturb the new coverings. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings, but we look at everything we can see safely.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How we price new roof snagging
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
To get a price for new roof snagging in Herne Bay, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In Herne Bay, parking is rarely complicated, though it’s useful to know about driveways or restrictions. The inspection covers everything that’s safely in view from outside, from windows and from the roof space, and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Nearby places to Herne Bay
Also in Herne Bay
Herne Bay homes and their roofs
Herne Bay lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, so exposed details get a proper look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
Landlords with a home close to Herne Bay station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. For an older house near a landmark such as Christ Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Herne Bay is about 7 miles north of Canterbury, in Kent. We cover Herne Bay and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Herne Bay is one of the places in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of CT6 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer new roof snagging to properties on High Street, Viscount Square and Market Street and the roads around them. Herne Bay is on the A299 and B2205, so it is easy for us to get to. Other places close to Herne Bay include Hunters Forstal (1 mile south-east), Eddington (1 mile south-west), Broomfield (1 mile south-east), Herne (1 mile south) and Beltinge (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles south), Margate (11 miles east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east), Whitstable (5 miles west) and Deal (15 miles south-east).
Near you in Herne Bay
We work in homes and buildings around Herne Bay High School, Queen's Head Public House and Curtis Wood and the streets around them. Herne Bay’s nearest station is Herne Bay station, about 0.7 miles west. Nearby you will also find Tankerton Castle (4.3 miles west) and Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (3.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.