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New roof snagging in Herne, Kent
A careful look at the new roof at your property in Herne, with photographs and a written report.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
Practical tips
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Look for new stains after a downpour
The report gives your roofer a clear list to work through. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them; we report on what we see.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
How new roof snagging works in Herne
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. You get a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. We survey new-build homes, new flat roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and the problems we are asked to look at most are untidy or loose verge details and gutters or fascias damaged during the job.
Houses in smaller places like Herne can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather typically shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are looked at closely. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof doesn’t stay small for long.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Herne (CT6)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so the detailing matters. We check the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. We note any that look out of place.
Do you need new roof snagging in Herne?
Snags happen on many building jobs. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush, especially when the weather is against them.
Look out for signs like these:
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
For landlords with property near Herne Bay station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
Buying a home or a new roof in Herne
Herne is within about 2 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale, so exposed details get a close look whether you are buying or signing off new work. 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. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Take an older house close to Church of St Martin: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Herne is about 1 mile south of Herne Bay, in Kent. We survey roofs in Herne and the rest of Kent. Herne is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for new roof snagging.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: CT6. Whether your property is on St Martin's View, Ridley Close and Herne Street or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Herne include Hunters Forstal (1 mile north-east), Eddington (1 mile north-west), Herne Common (1 mile south-west), Bullockstone (1 mile west) and Broomfield (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east), Whitstable (4 miles west) and Deal (15 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Herne
We work in homes and buildings around Curtis Wood and Herne Bay High School, among other places. The closest station to Herne is Herne Bay station, roughly 1.2 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (3.7 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (4.4 miles west). The countryside around Herne includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. A visit to a smaller place like Herne is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Related advice
Herne questions
Is my home in Herne listed or in a conservation area?
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 roofs near the sea, like those around Herne, take more of a battering?
Frequently, yes. Herne is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Herne?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
When should I book new roof snagging?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That leaves time to raise anything we find.