Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Shatterling, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Shatterling. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
New roof snagging in Shatterling
We carry out new roof snagging in Shatterling and across London and South East England. Time on site usually takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Everything visible from safe vantage points is checked including by drone where applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. If you’ve noticed debris left in gutters or valleys and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Shatterling, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
If any part of the new roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Shatterling (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs and buyers in Shatterling
With Goodnestone Park about 2.5 miles south, Shatterling sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. 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. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you own a rental within reach of Adisham station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Shatterling is about 6 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We carry out new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Shatterling and nearby. Across Kent, we cover Shatterling. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We survey roofs across CT3 for new roof snagging. If you are just outside Shatterling, we cover Broomhill (1 mile west), Perry (1 mile north), Nash (1 mile north-east), Wingham (1 mile south-west) and Twitham (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (6 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
What’s near Shatterling
We work in homes and buildings around The Red Lion pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Shatterling is Adisham station, roughly 3 miles south-west. A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges, hips and verges
Cracked mortar or loose ridge tiles on a new roof are worth raising. They’re recorded with photos.
Underlay and ventilation
Vents at the ridge, eaves or in the tiles help keep the roof space dry. Fitted vents are checked.
What affects the price in Shatterling
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Shatterling questions
Is my home in Shatterling listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Shatterling in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Shatterling is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Will you check every nail and clip?
No, we report on what’s visible. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden so we focus on what can be seen.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Useful tips for Shatterling property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Keep the final payment until the roof has been checked if your contract allows it. It gives the roofer a reason to finish everything.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and agents in Shatterling book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the new roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Rural addresses near Shatterling can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
What else we do in Shatterling
When to book a survey in Shatterling
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Offcuts and broken pieces frequently end up in the gutters or damage lower roofs.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Mary's Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before you book anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one