Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Horsmonden, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Horsmonden. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys
Valleys carry a lot of water, so it needs to be finished well. The lining and the cut coverings along it are looked at.
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so a new slate roof should be laid well. Cracked, slipped or uneven slates are noted.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Horsmonden
A new roof is a big spend, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the new roof and around it. You get a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. It’s an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. If you are worried about offcuts and broken tiles left behind and broken coverings left on a new roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges and verges, flashings and valleys and new-build homes alike.
Somewhere as small as Horsmonden, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Horsmonden (TN12)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Horsmonden: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Horsmonden?
Yes, Horsmonden is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is Horsmonden in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Horsmonden as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
How long will you be on site?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Buying a home or a new roof in Horsmonden
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. About 3.4 miles south lies Scotney Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Horsmonden has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Horsmonden is about 7 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We carry out new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Horsmonden and the surrounding area. Our Kent coverage includes Horsmonden. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of TN12 is covered for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Morley Drive, Woodgate Mews and Back Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Horsmonden include Hazel Street (1 mile south-west), Capel Cross (1 mile south-east), Broad Ford (1 mile south-east), Palmer's Green (1 mile north-west) and Castle Hill (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (14 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles west), Tonbridge (8 miles north-west), Kings Hill (9 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
Around Horsmonden
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Highwayman pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Paddock Wood station, about 3.4 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Tunbridge Wells Hospital (5.3 miles west) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (2.5 miles south).
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Places near Horsmonden
Also in Horsmonden
Do you need new roof snagging in Horsmonden?
A roof is hard for most owners to see properly. Without an independent check, you are relying on what can be seen from the ground and you may be asked to pay anyway.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
If you own a rental within reach of Paddock Wood station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Horsmonden, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
How we price new roof snagging
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Height and safe access
- The roof’s overall size
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.