Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Luddesdown
New roof snagging across Luddesdown, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
About our new roof snagging in Luddesdown
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. We survey flashings and valleys, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges, and the problems we are asked to look at most are verge tiles or slates not secured and cracked mortar at the ridge or hips.
Being in a small place like Luddesdown 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, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Luddesdown (DA13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. They’re photographed for the report.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Luddesdown
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older roofs in small places like Luddesdown can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. 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 checked.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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What new roof snagging looks like in Luddesdown
Historic houses such as Cobham College, about 1.2 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Luddesdown goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Kent often 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. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them. If you let a flat or house near Sole Street station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Luddesdown is about 4 miles south of Gravesend, in Kent. We survey roofs in Luddesdown as part of our work across London and the South East. Luddesdown is one of the places in Kent where we work. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the DA13 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. If you are just outside Luddesdown, we cover Henley Street (1 mile north), Gold Street (1 mile north-west), Foxendown (1 mile west), Sole Street (1 mile north-west) and Round Street (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles east), Dartford (9 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles north) and Tonbridge (13 miles south-west).
What’s near Luddesdown
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Golden Lion pub and Camer Park Country Park, among other places. The nearest railway station is Sole Street station, roughly 1.2 miles north-west. A little further out are French Hospital (4.7 miles east) and Rochester Castle (4.6 miles east). Not far away are Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
FAQs for Luddesdown
Do you cover Luddesdown?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Luddesdown is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Luddesdown is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. If that’s passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when booking.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Roof area
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What to let us know when you get in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
When you need someone else
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Pricing the remedial work
- How the roof will perform for years to come
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Luddesdown
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs