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New Roof Snagging in Knave's Ash
Independent new roof snagging in Knave's Ash. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
New roof snagging in Knave's Ash
We carry out new roof snagging in Knave's Ash and across London and the South East. A visit typically takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see including by drone where it applies. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. We survey new flat roofs, new-build homes and replacement roofs, and people most often book us about gutters blocked by building debris and poorly finished verges.
Somewhere as small as Knave's Ash, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Knave's Ash (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Knave's Ash
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. Older and listed buildings around Knave's Ash may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why us?
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- An independent look at the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. The visit usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Knave's Ash, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
What new roof snagging does not cover
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Repair costs for putting snags right
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Knave's Ash
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
What else we do in Knave's Ash
Useful tips for Knave's Ash property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
Don’t settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it is right.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Knave's Ash
A roof is hard for most owners to see properly. From the pavement, many faults are invisible and you may be asked to pay anyway.
People normally book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
If you own a rental within reach of Herne Bay station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What insurance they carry
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Buying a home or a new roof in Knave's Ash
Knave's Ash is within about 3 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea. 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. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of the Holy Cross, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Knave's Ash is about 2 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. Wherever you are in Knave's Ash, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Kent coverage includes Knave's Ash and the places around it.
Every address in CT3 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need new roof snagging at a property on Hicks Forstal Road and Hoath Road or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Hoath (1 mile east), Maypole (1 mile north-east), Old Tree (1 mile north-east), Millbank (1 mile north-east) and Hicks Forstal (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (5 miles west).
Around Knave's Ash
Around Knave's Ash, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Curtis Wood and Spires Academy. The nearest railway station is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find St Martins Hospital (4.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Knave's Ash include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Knave's Ash
Is Knave's Ash within the area you cover?
Yes, Knave's Ash is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is my home in Knave's Ash listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How much is new roof snagging?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it’s safe and check for damage left by the job.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you contact us
These details help when you get in touch:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.