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New Roof Snagging in South Alkham
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in South Alkham. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
New roof snagging in South Alkham: what you get
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. Roof snags frequently show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings, where the detailing is hardest. We inspect as far as can safely be seen and record what we find. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. If you are worried about poorly finished verges and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
For a small place like South Alkham, the visit is planned like any other: 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.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Place
- South Alkham (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the new roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. The visit normally takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near South Alkham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree what to focus on, such as 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.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
South Alkham questions
Does being near the coast affect roofs in South Alkham?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as South Alkham is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Is South Alkham within the area you cover?
Yes, South Alkham is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How do I book a survey in South Alkham?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. If that is passed, book before any defects or warranty period ends.
Useful tips for South Alkham property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- File all paperwork for the new roof
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. The report belongs with them.
Surveys for landlords and agents in South Alkham
Letting agents and landlords in South Alkham book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the new roof.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
What new roof snagging looks like in South Alkham
South Alkham is within about 2 miles of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Anthony the Martyr, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. If you let a flat or house near Kearsney station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. With Acrise Place about 3.5 miles west, the area around South Alkham has a long history. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
South Alkham is about 4 miles west of Dover, in Kent. We cover South Alkham and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Kent coverage includes South Alkham. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
We survey roofs across the CT15 postcode area for new roof snagging and the streets around it. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Meggett Lane and Alkham Valley Road. Other places close to South Alkham include Alkham (1 mile north-east), Drellingore (1 mile south-west), Chalksole Green (1 mile north), Ewell Minnis (1 mile north-east) and Wolverton (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (15 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Dover (4 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles south-west), Deal (10 miles north-east) and Hythe (7 miles south-west).
What’s near South Alkham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Sladden Wood, among other places. South Alkham’s nearest station is Kearsney station, about 2.8 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Folkestone Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Crabble Corn Mill (3.1 miles east). The countryside around South Alkham includes Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Details hidden from sight
- Whether the roof will leak in future
- What’s under the new coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
Nearby places to South Alkham
What else we do in South Alkham
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The size of the roof
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.