Kent · London and the South East
Statenborough New Roof Snagging
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Statenborough, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
About our new roof snagging in Statenborough
People book us after having a roof replaced or re-covered and some new-build owners want their roof looked at. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely, from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe. A photo report follows, ready to share with your roofer or builder. If you’re worried about debris left in gutters or valleys and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Statenborough, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed in advance. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on any day of the week.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Statenborough (CT14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Statenborough property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Diary the defects period end date
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
Your roofer can use the report to put the snags right. Any disagreement about the work is between you and them; we report on what we see.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so snags can be raised.
Also near Statenborough
Other services in Statenborough
Statenborough homes and their roofs
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Statenborough, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. 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. Older houses across Kent often 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. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
Landlords with a home close to Sandwich station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. Goodnestone Park, about 4.2 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Statenborough. If you’re buying an older home nearby, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Statenborough is about 4 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Roofs in Statenborough get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Across Kent, we cover Statenborough and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT14 postcode area for new roof snagging. We also cover Felderland (1 mile east), Ham (1 mile south-east), Woodnesborough (1 mile north-west), Eastry (1 mile south-west) and Worth (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (9 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
What’s near Statenborough
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Eastry Church of England Primary School, The Bull Inn And Rear Courtyard and Ham Fen and the streets around them. Statenborough’s nearest station is Sandwich station, roughly 1.4 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Sandown Castle (3.6 miles east) and The Precinct Toy Collection (1.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Monk's Wall nature reserve.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Cracked mortar or loose ridge tiles on a new roof are worth raising. They’re recorded with photos.
Slate roofs
On a new slate roof, we check the coursing and the details at ridges, verges and valleys as far as can safely be seen.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through during the first winter. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Outbuildings and barns around Statenborough are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Visits on any day of the week
- 98% of customers satisfied
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
How the survey works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Statenborough frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- We check the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a photo-illustrated written report of each snag.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Common roof problems in Statenborough
Work at height can mark walls, crack lower roofs or loosen gutters. A snagging check looks around the property as well as at the roof.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Damage to other parts of the building
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St George, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
What to check before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What exactly goes into their report
Common questions in Statenborough
How do I find out if my home in Statenborough is listed?
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.
Do you cover smaller places like Statenborough?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What do you check on a new roof?
Coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings are all checked plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We also look for debris left behind and damage to other parts.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.