Kent · London and the South East
Martin Mill New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Martin Mill, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Gaps at new flashings
- Poorly finished verges
- Damage to other parts of the building
New roof snagging in Martin Mill
Building work can leave a mess behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted along with any damage to other parts of the property. It is all recorded with photos. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain, and cracked lower roofs can leak. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. If you are worried about signs of condensation in the roof space and offcuts and broken tiles left behind, we can find out what’s behind it.
Being in a small place like Martin Mill makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed in advance. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book, 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.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Martin Mill (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Martin Mill
Do you cover smaller places like Martin Mill?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Martin Mill, take more of a battering?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No, we do not disturb the new coverings. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden, but we look at everything we can see safely.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
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 is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
When to book a survey in Martin Mill
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the loft space.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Gutters blocked by building debris
If you own a rental within reach of Martin Mill station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before you book anyone
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What happens after the report arrives
- What experience they bring
- Will the report include photos?
Local roofs and buyers in Martin Mill
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Martin Mill, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. About 3.1 miles north-east lies Walmer Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Martin Mill has been built on. 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.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Augustine, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Martin Mill is about 3 miles north-east of Dover, in Kent. Whether the building in Martin Mill is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Canterbury.
All of CT15 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Station Road, Barley Close and Lucerne Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Martin Mill: Martin (1 mile north-west), East Langdon (1 mile west), West Cliffe (1 mile south), West Langdon (1 mile north-west) and Ringwould (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north), Dover (3 miles south-west), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (12 miles north) and Broadstairs (14 miles north).
Near you in Martin Mill
Typical jobs here are in homes near Duke of York's Royal Military School and The Lantern Inn and the streets around them. Martin Mill has its own railway station: Martin Mill station. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Victoria Hospital (3.4 miles south-west) and Dover Castle (3.1 miles south). The countryside around Martin Mill includes Dover Western Heights.
What we cannot see
A survey is a careful look at the new roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- What’s under the new coverings
- A promise that the roof will not leak
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes an hour or two for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like Martin Mill, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a written report with photographs of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Related advice
Why get it checked now?
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps things factual. For an older or listed building in a place like Martin Mill, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Why book us in Martin Mill
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Over 20 years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
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What affects the price in Martin Mill
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.