Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Shorne Ridgeway, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for new roof snagging in Shorne Ridgeway. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Signs of condensation in the loft space
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
How new roof snagging works in Shorne Ridgeway
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. At the eaves we look at how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. We’re frequently asked to look into missing or blocked roof ventilation and gaps at new flashings, across ridges and verges, flashings and valleys and replacement roofs.
For a small place like Shorne Ridgeway, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Shorne Ridgeway (DA12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs and buyers in Shorne Ridgeway
Shorne Ridgeway is within about 4 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung 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.
The streets around a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. Historic houses such as Cobham College, about 1.9 miles south-west, show how far back building around Shorne Ridgeway goes. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area. Landlords with a home close to Higham station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Shorne Ridgeway is about 3 miles south-east of Gravesend, in Kent. Shorne Ridgeway gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. Shorne Ridgeway is one of the places in Kent where we work for new roof snagging. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: DA12. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Racefield Close, The Ridgeway and Tanyard Hill. We also cover Shorne (1 mile north), Upper Ifield (1 mile north-west), Higham (1 mile north-east), Gadshill (1 mile east) and Thong (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (9 miles west), Sevenoaks (14 miles south-west), Gravesend (3 miles north-west) and Northfleet (4 miles north-west).
Around Shorne Ridgeway
Typical jobs here are in homes near Strood Academy, Shorne Woods Country Park and The Rose and Crown pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Higham station, about 2 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find French Hospital (3.4 miles south-east) and Rochester Castle (3.2 miles east). Not far away are Gad's Hill and Sawyers Lake.
Why get it checked now?
Phone photos from the garden can’t show much. We get as close a view as safe access allows, including by drone where it is applicable. Older and listed buildings around Shorne Ridgeway may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What you get with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
- A photo-illustrated written report
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and time is set aside for snags.
Shorne Ridgeway: your questions answered
Is Shorne Ridgeway within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shorne Ridgeway?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
What do you check on a new roof?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, including ridges, verges, valleys, flashings, vents and gutters. The loft space is checked where there’s safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags for you to pass to your builder.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Any dispute stays between you and your roofer or builder though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Prices for new roof snagging in Shorne Ridgeway
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- What made you get in touch
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- When you need the report by
To get a price for new roof snagging in Shorne Ridgeway, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Shorne Ridgeway
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- Ridges and verges
Also in Shorne Ridgeway
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Shorne Ridgeway needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- 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.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.