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New Roof Snagging in Ide Hill
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out new roof snagging in Ide Hill.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
New roof snagging in Ide Hill: what you get
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. On a roof, snags are frequently at the edges and junctions, where the detailing is hardest. We check everything we can see safely and photograph each snag. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. We survey flashings and valleys, new-build homes and ridges and verges, and people most frequently book us about gutters blocked by building debris and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered.
For a small place like Ide Hill, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Ide Hill (TN14)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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Common roof problems in Ide Hill
Flashings at walls and chimneys often need attention. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in sooner rather than later.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gaps at new flashings
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
If you own a rental within reach of Sevenoaks station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- Will the report include photos?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
How we price new roof snagging
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. We note anything left behind.
Flashings
Flashings around chimney stacks are a common weak point and are looked at closely.
FAQs for Ide Hill
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ide Hill?
Yes, Ide Hill is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ide Hill?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
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 to raise with the builder.
How do I book a survey in Ide Hill?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older rural homes like those around Ide Hill can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. The report belongs with them.
Local roofs and buyers in Ide Hill
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Historic houses like Chartwell, about 2.1 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Ide Hill goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary at South End of Village Green, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Ide Hill is about 3 miles south-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We survey roofs in Ide Hill and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Every address in TN14 is within our area for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on Hanging Bank and Camberwell Lane and the roads around them. Main roads around Ide Hill include the B2042, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Goathurst Common (1 mile north-east), Toy's Hill (1 mile west), Brasted Chart (2 miles north-west), Sundridge (2 miles north) and Brasted (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Dartford (14 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-east), Tonbridge (7 miles south-east), Swanley (11 miles north) and Kings Hill (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Ide Hill
Typical jobs here are in homes near Stubbs Wood Country Park and The Cock Inn. The nearest railway station is Sevenoaks station, about 3.1 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Sevenoaks Museum (3.3 miles north-east) and Sevenoaks Hospital (4.1 miles north-east). Not far away are Dryhill Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.