Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Norton Ash
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Norton Ash. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
Norton Ash homes and their roofs
Norton Ash lies within about 3 miles of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale, so exposed details get a close look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. About 3.6 miles south lies Belmont House and Gardens, a reminder of how long the area around Norton Ash has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If you own a rental within reach of Teynham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Norton Ash is about 3 miles west of Faversham, in Kent. We carry out new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Norton Ash and the surrounding area. Our Kent coverage includes Norton Ash and the places around it. Canterbury is in our area too.
Here we cover the ME9 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you need new roof snagging at a property on London Road and Lower Norton Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Deerton Street (1 mile north), Lewson Street (1 mile south-west), Tickham (1 mile south-west), Teynham (1 mile north-west) and Teynham Street (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (11 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles west), Whitstable (9 miles east) and Faversham (3 miles east).
Local landmarks in Norton Ash
In Norton Ash, that means homes and buildings near The Plough Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Teynham station, about 1.1 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Newnham Castle (2.7 miles south-west) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (3.8 miles west).
New roof snagging in Norton Ash: what you get
Building work can leave a mess 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. Each item is photographed. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain and damage to lower roofs can let water through. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. If you’re worried about underlay not dressed into the gutter and cracked or slipped new tiles or slates, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
For a small place like Norton Ash, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as 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 any day of the week.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Norton Ash (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Older roofs in small places like Norton Ash can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
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What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Replacement roofs
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
Towns and villages near Norton Ash
Also in Norton Ash
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The roof’s overall size
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Height and safe access
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from new roof snagging starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It is a dated record of the roof at handover.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and time is set aside for snags.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
The underlay should be dressed into the gutter at the eaves to carry water off. We check it where it is visible.
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps as far as safe access allows.
FAQs for Norton Ash
Will you come out to Norton Ash?
Yes, Norton Ash is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is my home in Norton Ash listed or in a conservation area?
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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We are 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.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That gives time for any snags to be put right.