Kent · London and the South East
Shorne New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Shorne, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
New roof snagging in Shorne
Ideally, book snagging before you settle the final invoice, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, it’s worth checking before a defects or warranty period ends. That gives you time to raise any snags. You get a written list of snags with photographs, ready to pass on before the deadline. We survey flashings and valleys, loft conversions and dormers and new flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters blocked by building debris and verge tiles or slates not secured.
For a small place like Shorne, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed in advance. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking, 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.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Shorne (DA12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Around Shorne, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- First, you let us know what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Questions from Shorne
How do I find out if my home in Shorne is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Shorne?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe and check for damage left by the job.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How long will you be on site?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Shorne
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs often have snags at the verges and eaves. They get close attention.
Ridges, hips and verges
The top and edges of a roof are the most exposed. We check mortar, dry-fix systems and fixings where they can be seen.
Places near Shorne
Also in Shorne
Why act early in Shorne
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows and send water down the walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. Older and listed buildings around Shorne may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Shorne
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Common roof problems in Shorne
Roofers don’t always clear every gutter and lower roof. Offcuts and broken pieces frequently end up in the gutters and on extension roofs.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
Historic houses like Cobham College, about 2.3 miles south-west, show how far back building around Shorne goes. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
New roof snagging in Shorne: local notes
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Shorne, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. 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. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. If you own a rental within reach of Higham station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Shorne is about 2 miles south-east of Gravesend, in Kent. We survey roofs in Shorne and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Shorne is one of the places in Kent where we work. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: DA12. Whether your property is on The Street, Cob Drive and Crown Green or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Shorne, we cover Upper Ifield (1 mile west), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile south), Higham (1 mile east), Thong (1 mile west) and Gadshill (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles south), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (9 miles west), Sevenoaks (14 miles south-west), Northfleet (4 miles west) and Swanley (11 miles west).
Local landmarks in Shorne
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Rose and Crown pub, Shorne Woods Country Park and Thamesview School. Shorne’s nearest station is Higham station, roughly 1.7 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Gravesham Museum (3.2 miles north-west) and Gravesham Community Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.