Kent · London and the South East
Pollhill New Roof Snagging
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in Pollhill and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
How new roof snagging works in Pollhill
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions where the work is most fiddly. We check everything we can see safely and photograph each snag. Loose ridges, untidy verges, badly dressed flashings and leftover debris are typical snags. Common reasons to book are offcuts and broken tiles left behind and broken coverings left on a new roof, on flashings and valleys, new-build homes and replacement roofs.
For a small place like Pollhill, 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 when booking, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Pollhill (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
Verge details can be rushed, so we look at them carefully.
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
Nearby places to Pollhill
What else we do in Pollhill
Do you need new roof snagging in Pollhill?
Roofers do not always clear every gutter and lower roof. Offcuts and broken pieces often end up in the gutters and on extension roofs.
Common reasons to book include:
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
For an older house near a landmark like Catholic Church of the Good Shepherd, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- When you will get the report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Pollhill: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Pollhill?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Pollhill?
Yes, Pollhill is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How long does new roof snagging take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. The report lists snags with photos for you to pass to your builder.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a hamlet or village like Pollhill, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The roof space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- We send a written report with photos of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
How we price new roof snagging
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Roof area
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What new roof snagging looks like in Pollhill
Historic houses such as Leeds Castle, about 1.6 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Pollhill goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. 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.
Landlords with a home close to Harrietsham station may find that it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Pollhill is about 6 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. If you’re in Pollhill, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Pollhill is one of the places in Kent we cover for new roof snagging. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across ME17 for new roof snagging. Whether your property is on Horwood Way, Shrubwood Close and Parkfield Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Harrietsham (1 mile east), Chegworth (1 mile north-west), Marley (1 mile east), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile south) and Broomfield (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-east), Faversham (11 miles north-east), Minster (14 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (11 miles west).
Near you in Pollhill
We work in homes and buildings around The Lenham School, Kiln Wood and The Roebuck Public House and the streets around them. Pollhill’s nearest station is Harrietsham station, about 0.5 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Leeds Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and The Dog Collar Museum (1.5 miles west).