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New roof snagging in Nettlestead, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Nettlestead, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Damage to other parts of the building
New roof snagging in Nettlestead
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, so it’s worth raising early. We record what we see. We survey new-build homes, new flat roofs and replacement roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are missing or blocked roof ventilation and cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work.
Being in a small place like Nettlestead makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when booking, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
If any part of the new roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Nettlestead (ME18)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. For older village homes like those around Nettlestead, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent view of the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Book snagging before the final payment
Once the snags have been dealt with, keep the report with your roof paperwork. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. Add the snagging report to it.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, so the laying matters. Cracked, slipped or uneven slates are noted.
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are checked.
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Also in Nettlestead
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Nettlestead
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
What we are asked to look at in Nettlestead
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush particularly in poor weather.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gaps at new flashings
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Poorly finished verges
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Mary's Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Common questions in Nettlestead
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Nettlestead?
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 carry out roof surveys in Nettlestead?
Yes, Nettlestead is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We don’t open up the new roof so hidden fixings aren’t visible to us. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
What new roof snagging looks like in Nettlestead
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. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. About 4.3 miles west lies Old Soar Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Nettlestead has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Wateringbury station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Nettlestead is about 5 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Nettlestead gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Across Kent, we cover Nettlestead.
New roof snagging in ME18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Henrys Close, Glenleigh Road and Orchard Crescent, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Wateringbury (1 mile north-east), Red Hill (1 mile north-east), Teston (1 mile north-east), Nettlestead Green (1 mile south) and West Farleigh (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (10 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (7 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Nettlestead
In Nettlestead, that means homes and buildings near The Railway pub and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Nettlestead itself: Wateringbury station. Well-known places in the area include Teapot Island (1.9 miles south) and Leybourne Castle (3.8 miles north).
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Cottages and farmhouses around Nettlestead often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.