Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Rhodes Minnis
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Rhodes Minnis. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
How new roof snagging works in Rhodes Minnis
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them and look in the loft space for condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, so it’s worth raising early. We record what we see. If you are worried about cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and flashings not properly dressed or fixed, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges and verges, flashings and valleys and loft conversions and dormers alike.
Some older homes in villages like Rhodes Minnis are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it is worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
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
- Rhodes Minnis (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rhodes Minnis questions
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Rhodes Minnis?
Often, yes. Within about 5 miles of the sea, as Rhodes Minnis is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do you cover smaller places like Rhodes Minnis?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you look in the roof space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
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.
What do you check on a new roof?
Everything we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. The roof space is checked where there’s safe access, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
How do I book a survey in Rhodes Minnis?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. We survey seven days a week.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
New roof snagging in Rhodes Minnis: local notes
Rhodes Minnis is within about 5 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, so exposed details get a close look whether you are buying or signing off new work. Acrise Place, about 2.6 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rhodes Minnis. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Rhodes Minnis is about 5 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. Surveys in Rhodes Minnis work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across Kent. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area for new roof snagging. We cover properties on Longage Hill and Green Lane. We also cover Woodland (1 mile south-west), Ottinge (1 mile east), Hemsted (1 mile south-west), Lyminge (1 mile south-east) and Skeete (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (9 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north), Dover (10 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
Near you in Rhodes Minnis
Rhodes Minnis’s nearest station is Sandling station, roughly 3.8 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Royal Victoria Hospital (5.8 miles south-east) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3.7 miles south-east). Not far away are Tolsford Hill.
Also in Rhodes Minnis
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Rural addresses near Rhodes Minnis can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Common roof problems in Rhodes Minnis
Scaffolding and materials can damage other parts of a building. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
If you own a rental within reach of Sandling station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Prices for new roof snagging in Rhodes Minnis
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Height and safe access
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
If you are 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 call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the new roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers