Kent · London and the South East
Temple Ewell New Roof Snagging
Wondering about the new roof at a property in Temple Ewell? You can book new roof snagging in Temple Ewell and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Poorly finished verges
New roof snagging in Temple Ewell: what you get
We report on what we see with photos and plain descriptions. If there’s a disagreement about the work, it’s between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. The report does not price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. Common reasons to book are tiles or slates sitting out of line and debris left in gutters or valleys, across loft conversions and dormers, new-build homes and new flat roofs.
Older buildings in small places like Temple Ewell may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Temple Ewell (CT16, CT17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Temple Ewell
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Well-laid tiles can last for decades. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles where we can see them.
Flashings
Flashings seal the roof to walls and chimneys. We check they’re dressed, fixed and pointed where they can be seen.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Temple Ewell homes and their roofs
Temple Ewell lies within about 3 miles of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Landlords with a home close to Kearsney station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter and St Paul, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Temple Ewell is about 2 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We survey roofs in Temple Ewell and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our Kent coverage includes Temple Ewell. There is also a page for Canterbury.
Surveys in CT16 and CT17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Park Road, Lower Road and Green Lane. Other places close to Temple Ewell include Kearsney (1 mile south), River (1 mile south-east), Whitfield (1 mile north-east), Lydden (1 mile north-west) and Wolverton (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Ramsgate (14 miles north-east), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles south-west) and Walmer (7 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Temple Ewell
Around Temple Ewell, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Dover Christ Church Academy, Royal Oak Cottage The Royal Oak Public House and Old Park Hill, among other places. There’s a railway station in Temple Ewell itself: Kearsney station. A little further out are Dover Castle (2.9 miles south-east) and Dover Transport Museum (0.9 miles east). Open spaces near Temple Ewell include Dover Western Heights.
Questions from Temple Ewell
Is the coastal weather around Temple Ewell hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows.
Is my home in Temple Ewell listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Temple Ewell?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
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. The roof space is checked where there is safe access and check for damage left by the job.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No, we report on what’s visible. Fixings and underlay under the slates or tiles are hidden, but we look at everything we can see safely.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere like Temple Ewell needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You tell us what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
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Why it is worth a survey now in Temple Ewell
It is easier to get snags sorted while money is still owed. Once the job is paid and the roofer has moved on it can be harder to get them back. A snagging report gives you something specific to raise. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Every price we give includes VAT. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book us in Temple Ewell
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Every finding written up with photos
- 98% customer satisfaction
See our cost guide or our case studies.
Useful tips for Temple Ewell property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Diary the defects period end date
- Book snagging before the final payment
- Put any issues to your roofer in writing
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. If a payment is due soon, choose the package that fits.
Keep an eye on the roof and ceilings in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.