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New roof snagging in Lunsford, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Lunsford, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Lunsford, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- 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.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
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New roof snagging in Lunsford: what you get
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 safely be seen including from the loft and the roof where it is safe. You then get a written report with photos to share with your roofer. Typical surveys look at flashings not properly dressed or fixed and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, on new flat roofs, loft conversions and dormers and new-build homes.
Smaller places like Lunsford frequently have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Low roofs are easier to see from ground level, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. That applies whether you’re buying in Lunsford or checking a new roof there. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Lunsford (ME20)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Lunsford
A roof is hard for most owners to see properly. Without an independent check, you are relying on what can be seen from the ground before you pay.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
Landlords with a home close to New Hythe station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What exactly goes into their report
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Diary the defects period end date
You receive a report with photographs of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Book a check well before it so snags can be raised.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Offcuts left in a gutter can block it and send water down the walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. On a bungalow or cottage around Lunsford, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Lunsford
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
Lunsford homes and their roofs
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. 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. With Starkey Castle about 3.8 miles north, Lunsford sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of the Holy Trinity, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Lunsford is about 5 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. If you’re in Lunsford, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Lunsford is one of the places in Kent where we work.
We work across ME20 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Sassoon Close, Chaucer Way and Masefield Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in New Hythe (1 mile east), Larkfield (1 mile south), Leybourne (1 mile south-west), Snodland (1 mile north) and Birling (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
Landmarks near Lunsford
We work in homes and buildings around Leybourne Lakes Country Park, The Malling School and The Holmesdale School, among other places. The closest station to Lunsford is New Hythe station, roughly 0.7 miles east. A little further out are Maidstone Hospital (3.2 miles south-east) and Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Lunsford
Is Lunsford in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Lunsford is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Ideally before you make the final payment so snags can be raised while the job is still open. If that’s passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We don’t open up the new roof so hidden fixings are not visible to us. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Also in Lunsford
Different roofs, different checks
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are looked at.
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys from safe vantage points.