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New roof snagging in Kemsley, Kent
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Kemsley and across Kent.
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
New roof snagging in Kemsley
Replacing a roof costs a lot, 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 roof and around the property. The findings go into a written report with photos to share with your roofer. It’s an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. If you’re worried about underlay not dressed into the gutter and untidy or loose verge details, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Around Kemsley, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs frequently have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Kemsley (ME10, ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Kemsley
Kemsley is within about 2 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Older buildings may be listed or sit 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Kemsley station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. Take an older house close to Parish Church of the Holy Trinity: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Kemsley is about 1 mile north of Sittingbourne, in Kent. In Kemsley, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across ME10 and ME9 for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Court Road, Menin Road and Hurst Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Howt Green (1 mile west), Milton Regis (1 mile south-east), Sittingbourne (1 mile south), Iwade (1 mile north-west) and Murston (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles south-west), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (7 miles south-east), Minster (5 miles north-east), Davington (7 miles south-east) and Foley Park (10 miles south-west).
Near you in Kemsley
We work in homes and buildings around Milton Creek Country Park, The Three Hats Inn and Borden Grammar School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Kemsley itself: Kemsley station. Well-known places in the area include Castle Rough (0.6 miles east) and Court Hall Museum (0.8 miles south-west).
Prices for new roof snagging in Kemsley
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The roof’s overall size
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before you book.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
- When you need the report by
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Nearby places to Kemsley
What else we do in Kemsley
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Pricing the remedial work
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
How it works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. A visit to a smaller place like Kemsley is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- We check the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
For a price for new roof snagging in Kemsley, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
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Why get it checked now?
It is easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Around Kemsley, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Kemsley
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the new roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. Bedding, dry-fix pieces and fixings are looked at where visible.
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys as far as can be seen safely.
Common questions in Kemsley
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Kemsley?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Kemsley is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Kemsley?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.