Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Lenham Forstal, Kent
New roof snagging in Lenham Forstal and the rest of Kent. We survey on any day of the week.
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
New roof snagging in Lenham Forstal
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can safely be seen including from the loft and the roof where it is safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. Common reasons to book are loose flashings at walls or chimneys and underlay ending short at the eaves, across ridges and verges, new-build homes and replacement roofs.
Being in a small place like Lenham Forstal makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Lenham Forstal (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
New roof snagging in Lenham Forstal: local notes
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of the Holy Trinity, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. If you own a rental within reach of Lenham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Lenham Forstal is about 8 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Lenham Forstal, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Kent coverage includes Lenham Forstal and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
New roof snagging in ME17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as The Forstal, Mount Castle Lane and Burgess Fields, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Lenham Heath (1 mile south-east), Charing Heath (1 mile south-east), Stonebridge Green (1 mile south), Leadingcross Green (2 miles north-west) and Lenham (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (8 miles south-east), Canterbury (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Faversham (9 miles north-east) and Minster (14 miles north).
Landmarks near Lenham Forstal
Around Lenham Forstal, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Kiln Wood, among other places. The nearest railway station is Lenham station, about 1.7 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Coldbridge Castle (2.3 miles south-west).
Lenham Forstal: your questions answered
Will you come out to Lenham Forstal?
Yes, Lenham Forstal is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Is Lenham Forstal in the area you cover?
Yes, Lenham Forstal is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Lenham Forstal as anywhere else.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How long will you be on site?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We will give you an idea when you book.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
How we price new roof snagging
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The address and postcode of the property
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Look for new stains after a downpour
You receive a report with photographs of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Book a check well before it so there is time to raise anything.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lenham Forstal
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey usually takes about one to two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Lenham Forstal often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles where we can see them.
Slate roofs
Ridges, verges and valleys are looked at closely on new slate roofs from safe vantage points.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Lenham Forstal
Photographs from the ground rarely show the detail. We get as close a view as safe access allows using a drone where it applies. For an older or listed building in a place like Lenham Forstal, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
For a price for your roof in Lenham Forstal, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- PI and public liability insurance
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Visits on any day of the week
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