Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Hoath, Kent
New roof snagging across Hoath, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
About our new roof snagging in Hoath
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photographs. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. We survey flashings and valleys, ridges and verges and replacement roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are damage to other parts of the building and poorly finished verges.
In a village or hamlet like Hoath, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
If any part of the new roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Hoath (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles as far as can be seen.
Nearby places to Hoath
What else we do in Hoath
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a small place like Hoath, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- 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.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
How to prepare
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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What affects the cost of new roof snagging
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Which survey package you book
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- When you need the report by
To get a price for new roof snagging in Hoath, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
New roof snagging around Hoath
Hoath is within about 3 miles of the coast, 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, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If you let a flat or house near Herne Bay station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Cross, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Hoath is about 3 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Whether the building in Hoath is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed 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. Local streets include Church Road, Marley Lane and Barn Close, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Hoath: Maypole (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile west), Old Tree (1 mile north-east), Millbank (1 mile north) and Hollow Street (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles west).
Local landmarks in Hoath
In Hoath, that means homes and buildings near Spires Academy and Curtis Wood and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Herne Bay station, about 2.9 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (4.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Hoath includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Why act early in Hoath
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through in the first heavy storms. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
For a price for your roof in Hoath, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- PI and public liability insurance
- Visits on any day of the week
- Every finding written up with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Hoath questions
Is Hoath within the area you cover?
Yes. Hoath is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Hoath, take more of a battering?
It can do. Hoath is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
What does a new roof inspection include?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when booking.