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New roof snagging in North Cray, Greater London
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in North Cray and across Greater London.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Damage to other parts of the building
New roof snagging in North Cray
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions where the work is most fiddly. We inspect as far as can be seen safely and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. If you’ve noticed poorly finished verges and missing or blocked roof ventilation, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Homes across London range from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war blocks and new developments, and a home in North Cray could be any of them. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, the details that cause trouble depend on the age of the building. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- North Cray (DA14)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in North Cray
Outer London has plenty of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. About 1.4 miles north-east lies Hall Place and Gardens, a reminder of how long the area around North Cray has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take an older house close to Parish Church of St James: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. As a London address, North Cray can be tricky for parking: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space when you book. For landlords with property near Albany Park station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
North Cray is about 2 miles east of Sidcup, in Greater London. We provide new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in North Cray. Our Greater London coverage includes North Cray. We also survey roofs in London.
Every address in DA14 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Water Lane, North Cray Road and Leafield Lane. We also cover Bexley (1 mile north), Coldblow (1 mile north-east), Ruxley (1 mile south), Blendon (1 mile north-west) and Joyden's Wood (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (11 miles north-west), City of Westminster (14 miles north-west), Marylebone (14 miles north-west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (13 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-west).
What’s near North Cray
Typical jobs here are in homes near Foots Cray Meadows, Cleeve Park School and The White Cross pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Albany Park station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Broadway Shopping Centre (1.7 miles north) and Bexley Hospital (1.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Wansunt Pit and Summer Hill.
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FAQs for North Cray
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in North Cray?
It rarely stops a survey, but it’s worth planning. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we will work around them.
How do I find out if my home in North Cray is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Is North Cray in your area?
Yes. We cover North Cray and the rest of Greater London. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will you deal with my roofer if there is a problem?
No, we report on the roof and don’t take sides. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen 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 heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
For a price for new roof snagging in North Cray, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In North Cray, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. London parking is frequently by permit or pay-and-display, so it helps to know what’s near you. A back bedroom window can be the best vantage point for a rear addition, so we may ask to use one.
- 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.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in North Cray
It is easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on, getting them back can take longer. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Work on a London roof is rarely simple to arrange, with parking, neighbours and access all to think about. That is a good reason to find problems early, while there is time to plan.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in North Cray
- Prices that include VAT
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Look for new stains after a downpour
The report lists each snag with photos and written recommendations. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.
Landlords, agents and block managers in North Cray
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.