Kent · London and the South East
Kit's Coty New Roof Snagging
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Kit's Coty. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
A survey is a careful look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Areas out of view from each safe vantage point
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Kit's Coty
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions where the work is most fiddly. We check everything we can see safely and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. We survey new flat roofs, new-build homes and replacement roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings not properly dressed or fixed and underlay at the eaves left exposed.
Somewhere as small as Kit's Coty, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. 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, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Kit's Coty (ME20)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Watch for drips in the loft space with care
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
New roof snagging in Kit's Coty: local notes
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. With Starkey Castle about 3.4 miles north-west, Kit's Coty sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you let a flat or house near Aylesford station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. The streets around a church like St Alban's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Kit's Coty is about 3 miles south-west of Chatham, in Kent. Surveys in Kit's Coty work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Kit's Coty is one of the places in Kent where we work for new roof snagging.
Here we cover the ME20 postcode area for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on Queenswood Road, Russell Road and Beresford Road. We also cover Blue Bell Hill (1 mile north), Walderslade (1 mile north-east), Lordswood (2 miles north-east), Boxley (2 miles south-east) and Lidsing (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles south), Sittingbourne (10 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (14 miles west), Gravesend (9 miles north-west) and Tonbridge (13 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Kit's Coty
In Kit's Coty, that means homes and buildings near Greenacre Academy, Lower Bell pub and Westfield Wood and the streets around them. The closest station to Kit's Coty is Aylesford station, roughly 2.3 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Allington Castle (2.1 miles south) and KIMS hospital (3.4 miles south-east). Not far away are Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Kit's Coty
Will you come out to Kit's Coty?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Kit's Coty is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a 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.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The roof space is checked where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Around Kit's Coty, 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 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.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What affects the price in Kit's Coty
To price your survey, we check:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
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. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- The property’s address and postcode
- What made you get in touch
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Anything about access we should know
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.