Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Sibertswold
Not sure what state the new roof is in? We carry out new roof snagging in Sibertswold and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey normally takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Around Sibertswold, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
New roof snagging in Sibertswold
A snag is a fault or unfinished detail left when work is done. On a roof, snags are often at the edges and junctions, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can be seen safely and photograph each snag. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. If you’ve noticed cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on new flat roofs, ridges and verges and replacement roofs alike.
Being in a small place like Sibertswold makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
Where we cannot see part of the new roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Sibertswold (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Details hidden from sight
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
How the survey changes by roof type
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.
Flashings
Flashings around chimney stacks are a common weak point and are checked closely.
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
When to book a survey in Sibertswold
Flashings are a common source of snags. Loose or badly fitted flashings can let water in at the first heavy rain.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Gutters blocked by building debris
For landlords with property near Shepherds Well station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Questions to ask before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Common questions in Sibertswold
Is Sibertswold within the area you cover?
Yes, Sibertswold is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sibertswold?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How long will you be on site?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
What affects the price in Sibertswold
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
For a price for your roof in Sibertswold, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Also near Sibertswold
What else we do in Sibertswold
Local roofs and buyers in Sibertswold
Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. With Goodnestone Park about 3.9 miles north, Sibertswold sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Take an older house close to Church of St Andrew: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Sibertswold (also: Shepherdswell) is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Sibertswold is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT15 postcode area for new roof snagging. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, Hill Avenue and Eythorne Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Halfway Street (1 mile south-west), Coldred (1 mile south-east), Waldershare (1 mile east), Eythorne (2 miles north-east) and Lydden (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (9 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (8 miles south), Ramsgate (13 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (15 miles north-east).
Around Sibertswold
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bricklayers' Arms and the streets around them. Sibertswold has its own railway station: Shepherds Well station. Other landmarks nearby include Dover Transport Museum (3.6 miles south-east) and Buckland Hospital (4.6 miles south-east).