Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Parker's Green, Kent
New roof snagging in Parker's Green from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Parker's Green
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it’s worth having it checked before the final payment. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the roof and around the property. The findings go into a written report with photos that you can pass to your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. We survey ridges and verges, new flat roofs and loft conversions and dormers, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and tiles or slates sitting out of line.
Being in a small place like Parker's Green makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when booking. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Where
- Parker's Green (TN11)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: 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.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Diary the defects period end date
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
You receive a report with photographs of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Book a check well before it so snags can be raised.
When to book a survey in Parker's Green
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the loft space.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
Take an older house close to St Andrew: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Before you book anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older rural homes like those around Parker's Green can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it is safe to see them.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
New roof snagging around Parker's Green
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. Historic houses such as Old Soar Manor, about 3.4 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Parker's Green goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Tonbridge station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Parker's Green is about 2 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. We provide new roof snagging for householders, landlords and businesses in Parker's Green and the surrounding area. Our Kent coverage includes Parker's Green and the places around it. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN11 is within our area for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Hadlow Road East, Three Elm Lane and Cuckoo Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Parker's Green: Pittswood (1 mile north), Hadlow (1 mile north-east), Golden Green (1 mile east), Barnes Street (2 miles east) and Goose Green (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (10 miles east), Sevenoaks (7 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south), Gravesend (15 miles north), Northfleet (15 miles north) and Swanley (14 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Parker's Green
We work in homes and buildings around Three Squirrels pub, Hadlow Rural Community School and Hadlow Rural Community School and the streets around them. The closest station to Parker's Green is Tonbridge station, about 2.4 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Hadlow Tower museum (1.4 miles north-east) and Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (2.9 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Photos from the ground rarely show the detail. We get as close a view as safe access allows, including by drone where it’s applicable. Older cottages and farmhouses around Parker's Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Places near Parker's Green
Other services in Parker's Green
Questions from Parker's Green
Is Parker's Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Parker's Green is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Parker's Green?
Yes, Parker's Green is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Ideally before you make the final payment, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We do not open up the new roof so hidden fixings aren’t visible to us. We note what couldn’t be seen.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- Pricing the remedial work
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges