Kent · London and the South East
Stone Hill New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging around Stone Hill, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Signs of condensation in the roof space
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Poorly finished verges
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Older roofs in small places like Stone Hill can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Advice
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Stone Hill
We report on what we see, with photographs and clear descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. We don’t give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it does set out clearly what we found. We survey flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and new-build homes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are missing or blocked roof ventilation and loose or badly finished ridge tiles.
Some older homes in villages like Stone Hill are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Stone Hill (TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
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.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
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What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What to tell us when you get in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The address and postcode of the property
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Stone Hill
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Stone Hill. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Questions from Stone Hill
Will you come out to Stone Hill?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is the coastal weather around Stone Hill hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Stone Hill is within about 5 miles of the coast.
Can you inspect the roof on a new-build home?
Yes. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely and record any snags. It is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. We report on what we see. A disagreement about the work is between you and them, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Which parts of the roof does snagging cover?
All the parts of the roof we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it’s safe, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- File all paperwork for the new roof
- Diary the defects period end date
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. The report belongs with them.
What new roof snagging looks like in Stone Hill
Stone Hill lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
With Westenhanger Castle about 2.2 miles south-east, the area around Stone Hill has a long history. If you are buying an older home nearby, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. If you own a rental within reach of Westenhanger station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Stone Hill is about 5 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. Stone Hill is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Canterbury is in our area too.
Surveys in TN25 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Stone Hill, Southenay Lane and Cooper's Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Stone Hill include Lilyvale (1 mile north-west), Brabourne Lees (1 mile north-west), Smeeth (1 mile north-west), Ridgeway (1 mile north-west) and Bircholt Forstal (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (6 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (14 miles east), Folkestone (8 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north) and Hythe (5 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Stone Hill
Stone Hill’s nearest station is Westenhanger station, roughly 2.4 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Lympne Castle (3.1 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flashings
Flashings around chimney stacks are a common weak point and are checked closely.
Ridges, hips and verges
Cracked mortar or loose ridge tiles on a new roof are worth raising. They’re recorded with photos.