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New Roof Snagging in Northfleet
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Northfleet and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
Do you need new roof snagging in Northfleet?
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Offcuts and broken pieces often end up in the gutters or damage lower roofs.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Poorly finished verges
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
Landlords with a home close to Gravesend station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before booking anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which limits apply to the survey
New roof snagging in Northfleet: what you get
Roof work frequently leaves debris behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs, and for damage to other parts of the building. It is all recorded with photos. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them, and cracked lower roofs can leak. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. If you’re worried about cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered, we can find out what’s behind it.
Plenty of homes in a town like Northfleet have been extended over the years, often with flat roofs. The joints where a new roof meets an old wall or slope are a common source of leaks. On a purchase or a newly finished roof in Northfleet, those junctions are high on the list.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Northfleet (DA11)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photos. On timing, most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In Northfleet, parking is rarely complicated, though it helps to know about driveways or restrictions. The inspection covers what can safely be seen from outside, from windows and from the roof space, and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Cracked mortar or loose ridge tiles on a new roof are worth raising. We photograph any we find.
Flashings
Flashings close the gap where the roof meets walls and stacks. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
FAQs for Northfleet
How do I find out if my home in Northfleet is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is the coastal weather around Northfleet hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Northfleet is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Practical tips
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked if your contract allows it. It keeps the job open until it’s right.
Why act early in Northfleet
A defects or warranty period does not last for ever. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. Blocked gutters and downpipes on homes in Northfleet overflow onto walls. A slipped tile or worn flashing does the same higher up. Left alone, both only get worse.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book us in Northfleet
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Surveys seven days a week
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Northfleet homes and their roofs
Northfleet is within about 3 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, so exposed details get a careful look whether you are buying or signing off new work. With Cobham College about 3.7 miles south-east, Northfleet sits in an area with a long building history. 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.
If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Northfleet is about 5 miles east of Dartford, in Kent. We cover Northfleet and the rest of Kent. Across Kent, we cover Northfleet and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of DA11 is covered for new roof snagging. We cover properties on Lawrance Square, London Road and Marks Square. Northfleet sits on or near the A2 and A226. If you’re just outside Northfleet, we cover Painters Ash (1 mile south-west), Springhead (1 mile west), Windmill Hill (1 mile east), Northfleet Green (1 mile south) and Gravesend (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles south-east), Dartford (5 miles west), Sevenoaks (13 miles south-west), Swanley (8 miles west), Kings Hill (11 miles south) and Foley Park (13 miles south-east).
What’s near Northfleet
In Northfleet, that means homes and buildings near The Six Bells pub, Saint George's Church of England School and Copperfield Academy. For rail, the closest station is Gravesend station, roughly 1 mile north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Bluewater (3.3 miles west) and Stone Castle (3.1 miles west). Open spaces near Northfleet include Chafford Gorges Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Northfleet. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.