Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Platt
New roof snagging in Platt from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- A promise that the roof will not leak
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Platt
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. At the eaves we look at how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen, and we look at the gutters too. You get a photo report of what we found. Any debris left behind or damage to other parts is recorded too. We survey new-build homes, flashings and valleys and replacement roofs, and people most often book us about underlay ending short at the eaves and gutters blocked by building debris.
Older buildings in small places like Platt may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Platt (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Platt
Many people book because something does not look right. Others just want an independent check before paying before the job is closed.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
If you own a rental within reach of Borough Green & Wrotham station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
Verge details can be rushed and get a proper look.
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps as far as safe access allows.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What affects the price in Platt
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How big the roof is
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
To get a price for new roof snagging in Platt, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
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The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Platt, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Common questions in Platt
Do you cover Platt?
Yes, Platt is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Do you cover smaller places like Platt?
Yes, Platt is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect what can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when booking.
Buying a home or a new roof in Platt
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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. The wider area around Platt has a long history of building, with Old Soar Manor about 1.9 miles south. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Platt is about 6 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Platt can all book new roof snagging, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
New roof snagging in TN15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include St Mary's Close, Grange Road and Platt Common, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Comp (1 mile south-east), Borough Green (1 mile west), Crouch (1 mile south-west), Wrotham Heath (1 mile north-east) and Basted (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (9 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (6 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles north) and Tonbridge (7 miles south).
Landmarks near Platt
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wrotham School, The Blue Anchor pub and Wrotham School. Platt’s nearest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 0.9 miles west. Nearby you will also find Ightham Court (1.8 miles west) and Beechin Wood Archery Museum (less than half a mile south-east).