Kent · London and the South East
Selling New Roof Snagging
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you decide what to do next. New roof snagging in Selling.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Selling
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 check the gutters too. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. If you’ve noticed signs of condensation in the roof space and untidy or loose verge details, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on replacement roofs, new flat roofs and ridges and verges alike.
For a small place like Selling, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Selling (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Selling
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Selling questions
Will you come out to Selling?
Yes, Selling is covered. 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.
Is my home in Selling listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Selling?
Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details as you book.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and photograph what we find. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Selling
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Poorly finished verges
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
For landlords with property near Selling station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- When you’ll get the report
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the new roof.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
New roof snagging around Selling
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. Historic houses like Belmont House and Gardens, about 3.4 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Selling goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Selling is about 3 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. We cover Selling and the rest of Kent. Across Kent, we cover Selling. Canterbury is in our area too.
Surveys in ME13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets like Selling Road, Selling Court and Vicarage Lane. We also cover Perrywood (1 mile south), Hogben's Hill (1 mile west), Gushmere (1 mile north), Neames Forstal (1 mile east) and Crouch (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (11 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Selling
We work in homes and buildings around The White Lion Public House. The nearest railway station is Selling station, roughly 0.8 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.5 miles south-east).
Roof by roof
Underlay and ventilation
The underlay should be dressed into the gutter at the eaves to carry water off. We look at it where it can be seen.
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so a new slate roof should be laid well. Cracked, slipped or uneven slates are noted.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows and send water down the walls. Spotting it now saves chasing damp later. Around Selling, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Around Selling, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Let us know about parking before the day
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.