Kent · London and the South East
Longfield Hill New Roof Snagging
We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Longfield Hill, with photos and a written report.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
How it works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Longfield Hill needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We agree what to focus on, like 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.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Longfield Hill
Roof work frequently leaves debris behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs along with any damage to other parts of the property. Each item is photographed. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It’s easier to raise them while the job is fresh. We survey new flat roofs, ridges and verges and flashings and valleys, and people most often book us about gaps at new flashings and broken coverings left on a new roof.
Being in a small place like Longfield Hill makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. 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. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Longfield Hill (DA3)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Longfield Hill
Landlords and agents in Longfield Hill book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the new roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
What we are asked to look at in Longfield Hill
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in at the first heavy rain.
Look out for signs like these:
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
Landlords with a home close to Meopham station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which limits apply to the survey
How the survey changes by roof type
Flashings
Loose or badly dressed flashings are a common snag. They’re recorded with photos.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles that do not sit flat can let rain in. We note any that look out of place.
What happens if roof problems are left?
It’s 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. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- PI and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Useful tips for Longfield Hill property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
What new roof snagging looks like in Longfield Hill
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Longfield Hill, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. The wider area around Longfield Hill has a long history of building, with Cobham College about 2.8 miles east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mildred, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Longfield Hill is about 3 miles south of Northfleet, in Kent. Longfield Hill is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We cover every part of the DA3 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Main Road, Nurstead Lane and Ryecroft and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Longfield Hill, we cover New Barn (1 mile north-west), Hartley (1 mile west), Nash Street (1 mile north-east), Meopham (1 mile south-east) and Longfield (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles south-east), Dartford (6 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles north-east), Tonbridge (13 miles south) and Northfleet (3 miles north).
Near you in Longfield Hill
We work in homes and buildings around Rectory Meadow and Longfield Academy. The nearest railway station is Meopham station, roughly 1 mile east of the centre. A little further out are Stone Castle (4.5 miles north-west) and Gravesham Community Hospital (4 miles north). The countryside around Longfield Hill includes Sawyers Lake.
Longfield Hill: your questions answered
Is Longfield Hill within the area you cover?
Yes, Longfield Hill is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Longfield Hill, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access as you book.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.