Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Painter's Forstal
We carry out new roof snagging in Painter's Forstal and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
How new roof snagging works in Painter's Forstal
Our snagging inspections cover Painter's Forstal and the rest of London and the South East. Time on site typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Everything visible from safe vantage points is looked at, and by drone where it is applicable. You then get a written report with photos. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We survey new-build homes, ridges and verges and replacement roofs, and people most frequently book us about verge tiles or slates not secured and loose flashings at walls or chimneys.
In a village or hamlet like Painter's Forstal, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Painter's Forstal (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
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 want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Painter's Forstal homes and their roofs
Painter's Forstal is within about 5 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. For landlords with property near Faversham station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. Belmont House and Gardens lies about 1.8 miles south, so building around Painter's Forstal goes back a long way. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Painter's Forstal is about 2 miles south-west of Faversham, in Kent. We provide new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Painter's Forstal and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Kent. There is also a page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: ME13. You’ll find streets such as Cades Orchard, Eastling Road and Painter's Forstal Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include North Street (1 mile south-east), Sheldwich (2 miles south-east), Sheldwich Lees (2 miles south-east), Throwley (2 miles south) and Eastling (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east) and Herne Bay (13 miles north-east).
What’s near Painter's Forstal
In Painter's Forstal, that means homes and buildings near The Alma pub and The Abbey School and the streets around them. The closest station to Painter's Forstal is Faversham station, roughly 1.8 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Newnham Castle (2.5 miles west).
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer straight away.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked if your contract allows it. It keeps the job open until it is right.
What we cannot see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can safely be seen, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take between one and two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around Painter's Forstal, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Common questions in Painter's Forstal
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Painter's Forstal?
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.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Painter's Forstal?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How much is new roof snagging?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen and record any snags. Book before the defects period runs out if you can.
Do you work in Painter's Forstal?
Yes. We cover Painter's Forstal and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Underlay and ventilation
At the eaves, the underlay should run into the gutter so water drains away. We check it where it is visible.
Clay and concrete tiles
Verge and eaves tiles are where snags often show on tiled roofs. We look at them closely.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Painter's Forstal
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.