Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Potters Corner, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Potters Corner and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Poorly finished verges
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
Buying a home or a new roof in Potters Corner
Historic houses such as Godinton House, about 1.2 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Potters Corner goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Potters Corner is about 2 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Potters Corner and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. Potters Corner is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for new roof snagging. Canterbury is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN25 and TN26 postcode area for new roof snagging. Local streets include Kingsland Lane, Sandyhurst Lane and Westwell Lane, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Potters Corner, we cover Bockhanger (1 mile south-east), Godinton (1 mile south), Westwell (1 mile north), Hothfield (1 mile west) and Kennington (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north-east), Faversham (10 miles north) and Hythe (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Potters Corner
We work in homes and buildings around Ashford Warren and Hoads Wood, Towers School and Sixth Form Centre and The Hayesbrook School. Potters Corner’s nearest station is Ashford International station, roughly 2.2 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are County Square (1.8 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (3.4 miles south-east). Not far away are Hatch Park.
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Potters Corner
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted and look in the loft space for condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, so it is worth raising early. It all goes in the report. If you’ve noticed damage to other parts of the building and underlay ending short at the eaves, we can find out what’s behind it, on new flat roofs, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges alike.
Somewhere as small as Potters Corner, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Where we can’t see part of the new roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Potters Corner (TN25, TN26)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Potters Corner, 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 agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Advice
What this survey cannot tell you
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Pricing the remedial work
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
Potters Corner questions
Will you come out to Potters Corner?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is Potters Corner in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
How long does new roof snagging take?
A visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. We’ll give you an idea as you book.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Will you deal with my roofer if there is a problem?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
Ridges, hips and verges
Ridges, hips and verges take the most weather. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Useful tips for Potters Corner property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Look for new stains after a downpour
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
What we are asked to look at in Potters Corner
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Poorly finished verges
Landlords with a home close to Ashford International station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What insurance they carry
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report