Kent · London and the South East
Lower Hardres New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags across Lower Hardres, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
New roof snagging in Lower Hardres
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. You get a written report with photos to share with your roofer. We are independent of the roofer who did the job. We’re often asked to look into gutters blocked by building debris and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered, across loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and ridges and verges.
Being in a small place like Lower Hardres makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Location
- Lower Hardres (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lower Hardres
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey usually takes an hour or two at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Lower Hardres, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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Lower Hardres questions
Do you cover smaller places like Lower Hardres?
Yes. Lower Hardres is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Lower Hardres is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Lower Hardres?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Does this replace a RICS home 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.
Lower Hardres homes and their roofs
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. 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. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you own a rental within reach of Canterbury East station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Lower Hardres is about 3 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. We provide new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Lower Hardres. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the CT4 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Other places close to Lower Hardres include Street End (1 mile north), Pett Bottom (1 mile south-east), Nackington (1 mile north), Upper Hardres (1 mile south) and Petham (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south), Whitstable (8 miles north) and Deal (14 miles east).
Around Lower Hardres
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Duck pub, among other places. The closest station to Lower Hardres is Canterbury East station, about 2.7 miles north. Nearby you will also find Kent and Canterbury Hospital (2.2 miles north) and Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.9 miles north). The countryside around Lower Hardres includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
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More services for Lower Hardres
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps where they can be seen.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles that do not sit flat can let rain in. We note any that look out of place.
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- What made you get in touch
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so there is time to raise anything.