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Lower Higham New Roof Snagging
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you spend money on it. We carry out new roof snagging in Lower Higham.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Lower Higham
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely including from the loft and the roof where it’s safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. If you are worried about cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and gutters blocked by building debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Lower Higham, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently 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. 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 plan your next steps.
- Location
- Lower Higham (ME3)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for new roof snagging in Lower Higham
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Places near Lower Higham
Other services in Lower Higham
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags frequently show on tiled roofs. They get close attention.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through in the first heavy storms. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. In a place like Lower Higham, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 20+ years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Lower Higham, 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 is safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lower Higham
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Lower Higham homes and their roofs
Lower Higham is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Temple Manor lies about 3 miles south, so building around Lower Higham goes back a long way. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later. Landlords with a home close to Higham station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Lower Higham is about 3 miles north-west of Rochester, in Medway. In Lower Higham, as across Medway, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Medway. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: ME3. Whether your property is on Canal Road, Chalk Road and Chequers Street or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside Lower Higham, we cover Church Street (1 mile north), Higham (1 mile south), Mockbeggar (1 mile east), Gadshill (1 mile south) and Cliffe Woods (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Gillingham (6 miles south-east), Chatham (6 miles south-east), Rochester (3 miles south-east), Rainham (8 miles south-east), Strood (3 miles south) and Luton (5 miles south-east).
Near you in Lower Higham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Strood Academy, Broomhill Park and The Chequers pub. Lower Higham has its own railway station: Higham station. A little further out are French Hospital (3.3 miles south-east) and Upnor Castle (3.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Lower Higham includes Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
When to book a survey in Lower Higham
Flashings are a common source of snags. If they’re poorly dressed or fixed, water can get in sooner rather than later.
Problems we come across often include:
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- When you will get the report
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Lower Higham questions
Is my home in Lower Higham listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is the coastal weather around Lower Higham hard on roofs?
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.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.