Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Kenardington
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Kenardington from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
New roof snagging in Kenardington
Householders book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. We inspect each roof as far as safe access allows, from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. If you’ve noticed flashings not properly dressed or fixed and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Kenardington, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed in advance. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays and at weekends.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Kenardington (TN26)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Around Kenardington, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We check the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What new roof snagging looks like in Kenardington
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Mary, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. For landlords with property near Appledore (Kent) station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Kenardington is about 6 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Surveys in Kenardington work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Kenardington is one of the places in Kent we cover. Maidstone is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: TN26. If you’re just outside Kenardington, we cover Hamstreet (2 miles east), Orlestone (2 miles north-east), Snargate (3 miles south-east), Bromley Green (3 miles north-east) and Ruckinge (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (6 miles north-east), Folkestone (15 miles east), Hythe (12 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles west), Cheriton (14 miles east) and Kennington (8 miles north-east).
Near you in Kenardington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to World's Wonder pub and the streets around them. Kenardington’s nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 1.8 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Woodchurch Village Life Museum (2.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Orlestone Forest.
Useful tips for Kenardington property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Keep the contract and invoices together
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them; we report on what we see.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Book a check well before it so snags can be raised.
What affects the price in Kenardington
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Height and safe access
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Anything about access we should know
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
FAQs for Kenardington
How do I find out if my home in Kenardington is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover Kenardington?
Yes, Kenardington is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
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. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No, we report on what’s visible. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings, but we look at everything we can see safely.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Raising snags before the final payment is typically simpler. After the final payment it can be harder to get them back. Our report lists what to raise. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Kenardington, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book us in Kenardington
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- A written report with photos
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Pricing the remedial work
- Legal advice on your contract
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs