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New Roof Snagging in Sevenoaks Weald

We take a careful look at the new roof at your property in Sevenoaks Weald, with photographs and a written report.

  • Poorly finished verges
  • Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
  • Gutters or fascias damaged during the job

New roof snagging for Sevenoaks Weald homes and businesses

New roof snagging in Sevenoaks Weald

Our snagging inspections cover Sevenoaks Weald and the rest of London and South East England. A visit usually takes about one to two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Everything visible from safe vantage points is looked at, and by drone where it is applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. Common reasons to book are damage to other parts of the building and loose flashings at walls or chimneys, across flashings and valleys, new-build homes and replacement roofs.

Being in a small place like Sevenoaks Weald makes no difference to the inspection itself: 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.

Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.

Illustration of a report page showing two roof pictures and notes
Location
Sevenoaks Weald (TN14)
Wider area
Kent
Prices
From £150 inc. VAT
Your report
A written report with photos, by email
Survey days
Monday to Sunday, daytime
Cover
PI and public liability insurance
Call
07833 053749
Updated
27 October 2026

FAQs for Sevenoaks Weald

Will you come out to Sevenoaks Weald?

Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.

Do you carry out roof surveys in Sevenoaks Weald?

We do. The survey and report are the same in Sevenoaks Weald as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.

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 photographs for you to pass to your builder.

Do you test for asbestos?

No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.

How experienced are you?

Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.

Can you inspect my roof with a drone?

Yes, where it’s applicable. 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.

Do you look in the loft space?

Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.

Prices for new roof snagging in Sevenoaks Weald

We confirm the price for the job before booking. These are the things that affect it:

  • Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
  • Basic, Standard or Premium
  • Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
  • How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see

A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.

Helping us price your survey

The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:

  • How the loft is reached, if there is one
  • When you need the report by
  • Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
  • The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat

Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.

Can I check my roof myself?

Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.

Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.

New roof snagging in Sevenoaks Weald: local notes

Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. With Knole House about 2.1 miles north, Sevenoaks Weald sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.

If you live in an older home near Church of St George, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. For landlords with property near Hildenborough station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.

Sevenoaks Weald is about 3 miles south of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Surveys in Sevenoaks Weald work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Maidstone.

All of TN14 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Church Road, Knole Close and Windmill Road and the roads around them. We also cover Hall's Green (1 mile south), Woodhatch (1 mile south-east), Goathurst Common (2 miles north-west), Kippington (2 miles north) and Charcott (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south-east), Tonbridge (5 miles south-east) and Northfleet (15 miles north-east).

What’s near Sevenoaks Weald

Around Sevenoaks Weald, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Knole Park, among other places. The closest station to Sevenoaks Weald is Hildenborough station, roughly 2.3 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Sevenoaks Hospital (3.6 miles north) and Chiddingstone Castle (4.1 miles south-west). Not far away are Barden Lake and Dryhill Nature Reserve.

Map of Sevenoaks Weald © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we do, step by step

Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older roofs in small places like Sevenoaks Weald can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.

  1. You tell us what work was done and when.
  2. We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
  3. Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
  4. We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
  5. You get a photo report of each snag.

Preparing for the visit

  • Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
  • Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
  • If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent

Booking a survey

A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.

Book a survey

Related advice

Practical tips

Small things make a difference. Our tips:

  • Watch for drips in the roof space with care
  • Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
  • File all paperwork for the new roof
  • Check before your warranty period ends

Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It’s a dated record of the roof at handover.

Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. It’s simpler to raise problems soon after the job.

Surveys for landlords and agents in Sevenoaks Weald

We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.

Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Sevenoaks Weald. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.

What new roof snagging does not cover

Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:

  • Details hidden from sight
  • Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
  • Nails and clips under the slates or tiles

If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.

Roofs we survey in Sevenoaks Weald

  • Ridges and verges
  • Loft conversions and dormers
  • New flat roofs
  • Replacement roofs
  • New-build homes
  • Flashings and valleys
20+ yearsRoof survey experience
5,000+ surveys98% customer satisfaction
Drones and thermal imagingCAA-registered drone operator
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Reports from £150Prices include VAT