Kent · London and the South East
Hersden New Roof Snagging
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Hersden. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
New roof snagging in Hersden
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice, while the roofer is still on hand. If that’s passed, it is worth checking before a defects or warranty period ends. That leaves time to raise what we find. You get a written list of snags with photos, ready to pass on before the deadline. We’re frequently asked to look into untidy or loose verge details and flashings not properly dressed or fixed, on ridges and verges, new flat roofs and loft conversions and dormers.
Smaller places like Hersden frequently have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. That applies whether you are buying in Hersden or checking a new roof there. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Hersden (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Hersden
Is Hersden within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Hersden, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What do you check on a new roof?
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.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How much is new roof snagging?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
What new roof snagging looks like in Hersden
Hersden lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, so exposed details get a careful look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. 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.
If you let a flat or house near Sturry station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Hersden is about 4 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. Whether the building in Hersden is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: CT3. You will find streets such as The Firs, The Sycamores and Chequer Tree Close, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Westbere (1 mile south-west), Stodmarsh (1 mile south-east), Hoath (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile north) and Sturry (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Hersden
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Frank Montgomery School, Spires Academy and Ye Olde Yew Tree Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Hersden is Sturry station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Canterbury Castle (4.5 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (3.4 miles south-west). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Nearby places to Hersden
Also in Hersden
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are looked at.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
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.
Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
Prices for new roof snagging in Hersden
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- When you need the report by
- What made you get in touch
- The property’s address and postcode
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a survey in Hersden, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.