Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Sevington
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Sevington. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
When to book a survey in Sevington
Many people book because something does not look right. Others just want an independent check before paying before signing off the job.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Gaps at new flashings
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Mary, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their insurance cover
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Sevington
Our snagging inspections cover Sevington and the rest of London and South East England. Time on site typically takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Everything visible from safe vantage points is looked at including by drone where applicable. You then get a report with photos. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We survey loft conversions and dormers, flashings and valleys and replacement roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gutters blocked by building debris and underlay at the eaves left exposed.
Older buildings in small places like Sevington may be listed or 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’s worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Sevington (TN24, TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Also near Sevington
What else we do in Sevington
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them, and our part is to report what we see.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Arrange an inspection in good time so there’s time to raise anything.
Common questions in Sevington
How do I find out if my home in Sevington is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Sevington in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Sevington is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work, and you may want legal advice for that.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. The report lists snags with photos for you to pass to your builder.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Why act early in Sevington
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sevington
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Older rural homes like those around Sevington can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
New roof snagging in Sevington: local notes
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Godinton House, about 3.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Sevington. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Ashford International station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Sevington is about 2 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. We carry out new roof snagging in Sevington for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
All of TN24 and TN25 is within our area for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Church Road, Bad Munstereifel Road and Highfield Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Sevington include Hinxhill Park (1 mile north-east), Mersham (1 mile south-east), Hinxhill (1 mile north-east), South Stour (2 miles south) and Ridgeway (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (13 miles north), Hythe (8 miles south-east), Davington (13 miles north) and Preston (13 miles north).
Around Sevington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ashford Green Corridors, The North School and The William Harvey Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Ashford International station, about 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (0.9 miles north) and Ashford Designer Outlet (1.5 miles west). Open spaces near Sevington include Hatch Park.