Medway · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Park Wood, Medway
Independent new roof snagging in Park Wood. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Gaps at new flashings
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps as far as safe access allows.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks and are looked at closely.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Park Wood
A new roof is a big spend, so it is worth having it checked before the final payment. Our new roof snagging inspection looks for faults and unfinished work on the roof and around the property. The findings go into a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We survey flashings and valleys, new-build homes and replacement roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gutters or fascias damaged during the job and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered.
In a smaller place like Park Wood, some houses face open ground, so their roofs may take more wind and driving rain. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather normally shows first. Whether you are buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a careful look. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof does not stay small for long.
Where we cannot see part of the new roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Park Wood (ME8, ME9)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey typically takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a smaller place like Park Wood, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets in another room
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
Do you need new roof snagging in Park Wood?
Snags happen on many building jobs. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush particularly in poor weather.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
For an older house near a landmark such as St Paul's Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
Local roofs and buyers in Park Wood
Park Wood lies within about 4 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If you own a rental within reach of Rainham (Kent) station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. Historic houses such as Restoration House, about 4.9 miles north-west, show how far back building around Park Wood goes. If you are buying an older home nearby, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Park Wood is about 2 miles south-east of Gillingham, in Medway. We carry out new roof snagging for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Park Wood. Across Medway, we cover Park Wood. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: ME8 and ME9. Streets in the area include Beke Road, Bond Road and Nares Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Wigmore (1 mile north), Kemsley Street (1 mile south-west), Hempstead (1 mile west), Bredhurst (1 mile south-west) and Scragged Oak (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Chatham (3 miles west), Rochester (5 miles north-west), Strood (6 miles north-west), Luton (3 miles north-west), Hoo St Werburgh (6 miles north) and Chatham Waterfront (4 miles north-west). As one of the bigger places in Medway, Park Wood has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Around Park Wood
In Park Wood, that means homes and buildings near Howard School, Foxburrow Wood and Rainham School for Girls, among other places. The closest station to Park Wood is Rainham (Kent) station, about 1.5 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Medway Maritime Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). The countryside around Park Wood includes Bishop Saltings and Detling Hill.
FAQs for Park Wood
Is Park Wood within the area you cover?
Yes. Park Wood is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is my home in Park Wood listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, we report on the roof and don’t take sides. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder, and you may want legal advice for that.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
How do I book a survey in Park Wood?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the new roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
Leave it or get it looked at?
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Park Wood, so it helps to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- A written report with photos
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
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.