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New roof snagging in Margate, Kent
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you spend money on it. New roof snagging in Margate.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
What we look for on each type of roof
Flashings
Flashings around chimney stacks are a common weak point and are checked closely.
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
New roof snagging in Margate
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. At the eaves we check how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen, and we look at the gutters too. The report sets out what we found with photographs. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. If you are worried about underlay not dressed into the gutter and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Margate is the kind of town where older houses and newer estates sit side by side. Older roofs are frequently slate or clay tile, and many later houses have concrete interlocking tiles. Whether you are buying or have just had a new roof, the checks depend on which you have, from fixings and underlay to ridges and valleys. Many older roofs also have felt underlay or none at all, which matters as much as the tiles.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Margate (CT9, CT7, CT8, CT10)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Margate: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Margate hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 1 mile of the sea, as Margate is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Margate?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
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.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No. We do not open up the new roof, so fixings under the coverings cannot be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Check the roof before you pay in full
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked, where your contract allows. It keeps the job open until it’s right.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Margate
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others just want an independent check before paying before signing off the job.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Damage to other parts of the building
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St John the Baptist, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Questions to ask before you book
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their insurance cover
- When you’ll get the report
What affects the price in Margate
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- House, block, shop or office
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a home in Margate, the main things we need are a way into the loft, a route to the back garden and somewhere to park. If you won’t be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What you can safely check yourself
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
New roof snagging around Margate
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Margate, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more 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, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. With Quex Park about 2.9 miles west, Margate sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Margate station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Margate is in Kent. Wherever you are in Margate, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. Our area takes in places right across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Here we cover the CT9, CT7, CT8 and CT10 postcode area for new roof snagging. We cover properties on Yoakley Square, Church Road and High Street and the roads around them. With the A28 and A254 close by, Margate is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Margate: Westwood (1 mile south), Westbrook (1 mile west), Garlinge (1 mile west), Flete (1 mile south-west) and Haine (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (15 miles south-west), Ramsgate (3 miles south), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (11 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles west) and Walmer (12 miles south). Margate is one of the larger places we cover in Kent.
What’s near Margate
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hartsdown Academy and Secret Spices pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Margate is Margate station, about 0.6 miles north-west. A little further out are Westwood Cross (1.6 miles south) and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (within half a mile south-east). The countryside around Margate includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.