Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Snowdown, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags across Snowdown, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
New roof snagging in Snowdown: what you get
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible 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. Typical surveys look at underlay at the eaves left exposed and tiles or slates sitting out of line, on new flat roofs, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers.
Somewhere as small as Snowdown, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Snowdown (CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How big the roof is
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Checking the roof from the ground
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Towns and villages near Snowdown
Other services in Snowdown
Local roofs and buyers in Snowdown
The wider area around Snowdown has a long history of building, with Goodnestone Park about 2 miles north. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whether you’re 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 Snowdown station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Snowdown is about 7 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Whether the building in Snowdown is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Snowdown is one of the places in Kent we cover. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT15 postcode area for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on The Crescent, South Avenue and Weston Mews and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Nonington (1 mile north-east), Woolage Village (1 mile south-west), Frogham (1 mile south-east), Ratling (1 mile north) and Barfrestone (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south-east), Folkestone (9 miles south), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
Near you in Snowdown
There’s a railway station in Snowdown itself: Snowdown station.
FAQs for Snowdown
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Snowdown?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Snowdown?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How much is new roof snagging?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we do not disturb the new coverings. Most fixings sit out of sight under the coverings so we focus on what can be seen.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Landlords and agents in Snowdown book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the new roof.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like Snowdown needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The roof space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
For a price for new roof snagging in Snowdown, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Useful tips for Snowdown property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Look for new stains after a downpour
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Snowdown
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong particularly in poor weather.
Problems we come across often include:
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Poorly finished verges
For an older house near a landmark like St Peter, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
What to check before booking
- What the survey will not cover
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their insurance cover