Kent · London and the South East
Staple New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging in Staple, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Staple
Our report records what we see, with photos and clear descriptions. If there is a disagreement about the work, it is between you and your roofer or builder. What we provide is an independent record of the roof’s condition. We do not give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it does set out clearly what we found. We are often asked to look into broken coverings left on a new roof and cracked mortar at the ridge or hips, across new flat roofs, new-build homes and loft conversions and dormers.
Being in a small place like Staple 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, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Staple (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Staple
Raising snags before the final payment is usually simpler. After the final payment it can be harder to get them back. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Older cottages and farmhouses around Staple can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Prices that include VAT
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
What else we do in Staple
Do you need new roof snagging in Staple?
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong particularly in poor weather.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Untidy or loose verge details
For landlords with property near Adisham station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before you book anyone
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Are they insured for the work?
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Staple can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can safely be seen.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- You get a photo report listing the snags we found.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Staple: your questions answered
Will you come out to Staple?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Staple is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the roof and the access. For a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
How do I book a survey in Staple?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Local roofs and buyers in Staple
The wider area around Staple has a long history of building, with Goodnestone Park about 1.9 miles south-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St James, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Staple is about 7 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Staple is one of many places we visit across Kent. Staple is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for new roof snagging. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include The Street, Rowan Close and School Lane, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Barnsole (1 mile south-east), Twitham (1 mile west), Durlock (1 mile north), Flemings (1 mile east) and Guilton (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Around Staple
We work in homes and buildings around The Three Tuns pub. The nearest railway station is Adisham station, roughly 2.9 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include White Mill (3.3 miles east). For a walk, there is Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded as far as can be seen.
Underlay and ventilation
From the loft, we check the underlay and look for condensation.