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New roof snagging in Hicks Forstal, Kent
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Hicks Forstal and across Kent.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Poorly finished verges
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
Common questions in Hicks Forstal
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Hicks Forstal?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Is my home in Hicks Forstal listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Before the final payment is best so snags can be raised while the job is still open. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
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.
Do you cover Hicks Forstal?
Yes. Hicks Forstal is part of the area we cover.
How new roof snagging works in Hicks Forstal
Our report records what we see with photos and plain descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. What we provide is an independent record of the roof’s condition. The report doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. If you’re worried about underlay ending short at the eaves and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, on loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and ridges and verges alike.
Older buildings in small places like Hicks Forstal may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
If any part of the new roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Hicks Forstal (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so there’s time to raise anything.
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Why it is worth a survey now in Hicks Forstal
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows and send water down the walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Hicks Forstal, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- An independent view of the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Different roofs, different checks
Underlay and ventilation
The underlay should be dressed into the gutter at the eaves to carry water off. We check it where it’s visible.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles that do not sit flat can let rain in. Any that look wrong go in the report.
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A promise that the roof will not leak
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Details hidden from sight
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
Local roofs and buyers in Hicks Forstal
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Hicks Forstal, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Landlords with a home close to Sturry station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. For any home in Hicks Forstal, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Hicks Forstal is about 2 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. We visit Hicks Forstal as part of our work across Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We survey roofs across the CT3 postcode area for new roof snagging. Other places close to Hicks Forstal include Calcott (1 mile south-west), Herne Common (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile north) and Bullockstone (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east) and Whitstable (4 miles west).
Near you in Hicks Forstal
We work in homes and buildings around Curtis Wood. The nearest railway station is Sturry station, roughly 2.2 miles south of the centre. A little further out are St Martins Hospital (3.9 miles south) and Canterbury Castle (4.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s West Blean and Thornden Woods.
What happens on the day
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. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes an hour or two at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Hicks Forstal can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- We send a report with photos of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.