Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Sholden Meadows
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Sholden Meadows. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
Common questions in Sholden Meadows
Will you come out to Sholden Meadows?
Yes, Sholden Meadows is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sholden Meadows?
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.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How much is new roof snagging?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
How new roof snagging works in Sholden Meadows
A new roof needs to breathe. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them and look in the roof space for condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, so it is worth raising early. We record what we see. We survey loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and new-build homes, and people most often book us about verge tiles or slates not secured and underlay not dressed into the gutter.
Somewhere as small as Sholden Meadows, 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. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Sholden Meadows (CT14)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What new roof snagging looks like in Sholden Meadows
Sholden Meadows lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
With Walmer Castle about 2.1 miles south-east, the area around Sholden Meadows has a long history. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area. Take an older house close to Church of St Nicholas: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Sholden Meadows is about 1 mile north-west of Deal, in Kent. Whether the building in Sholden Meadows is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our Kent coverage includes Sholden Meadows. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Every address in CT14 is covered for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on Bargrave Lane, Wyborn Drive and Banks Way and the roads around them. We also cover Sholden (1 mile east), Great Mongeham (1 mile south-west), Mill Hill (1 mile south), Deal (1 mile south-east) and Finglesham (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (13 miles west), Margate (11 miles north), Dover (7 miles south-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north) and Broadstairs (10 miles north).
Near you in Sholden Meadows
Around Sholden Meadows, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Castle Community College, The Magnet pub and Betteshanger Park, among other places. Sholden Meadows’s nearest station is Deal station, about 1.3 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Deal Castle (1.5 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (1.3 miles east). Not far away are Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Look for debris left in gutters from the ground
- Diary the defects period end date
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. Everyone then knows what to expect and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so it needs to be finished well. We look at the valley lining and the cut tiles or slates beside it.
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. Any that look wrong go in the report.
Places near Sholden Meadows
What else we do in Sholden Meadows
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Why get it checked now?
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps things factual. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Sholden Meadows, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
When to book a survey in Sholden Meadows
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. We look for knock-on damage, not just the new roof.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Gaps at new flashings
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
For landlords with property near Deal station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
What to check before booking
- What insurance they carry
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the price includes VAT
What we do, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. In a small place like Sholden Meadows, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.