Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Sandling, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Sandling. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
New roof snagging in Sandling
A new roof is a big spend, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. 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. It is an independent check, separate from the roofer who did the work. We survey loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and replacement roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are missing or blocked roof ventilation and poorly finished verges.
Some older homes in villages like Sandling 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. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Sandling (CT21)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Sandling. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Sandling homes and their roofs
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Sandling, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Westenhanger Castle, about 1.6 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Sandling. 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.
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter and St Paul: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Sandling is about 1 mile north-west of Hythe, in Kent. Sandling gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Sandling is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the CT21 postcode area for new roof snagging. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Saltwood (1 mile south-east), Pedlinge (1 mile south-west), Hythe (1 mile south-east), Westenhanger (1 mile west) and Newingreen (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (9 miles north-west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (11 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles east), Tower Hamlets (11 miles east) and Hawkinge (4 miles north-east).
Near you in Sandling
Around Sandling, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St Augustine's Catholic Primary School and Brockhill Country Park. There is a railway station in Sandling itself: Sandling station. Well-known places in the area include Saltwood Castle (0.9 miles south-east) and Hythe Museum (1.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Sandling includes Tolsford Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear list of snags makes the conversation with your roofer easier. It keeps the focus on what can be seen. Older and listed buildings around Sandling may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before you book.
Why us?
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Do you need new roof snagging in Sandling?
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Without enough airflow, condensation can build up in the loft space.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
If you let a flat or house near Sandling station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What insurance they carry
- When you’ll get the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Towns and villages near Sandling
Other services in Sandling
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. Most surveys take an hour or two at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Sandling often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We check the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Sandling questions
How do I find out if my home in Sandling is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Sandling within the area you cover?
Yes. Sandling is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
What do you check on a new roof?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. The roof space is checked where there’s safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. The report lists snags with photos for you to pass to your builder.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles that do not sit flat can let rain in. We note any that look out of place.
Flashings
Chimney flashings are a frequent source of leaks, so we look at them closely.