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New roof snagging in Tutt Hill, Kent
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Tutt Hill. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
New roof snagging in Tutt Hill
Ventilation matters on a new roof. Where vents have been fitted at the ridge or eaves, we check them, and check the loft space for signs of condensation. We note what we can see. Without enough airflow, a roof space can suffer from condensation, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. We record what we see. If you’re worried about cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and verge tiles or slates not secured, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Tutt Hill, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report records the new roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Tutt Hill (TN26)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Tutt Hill
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. The wider area around Tutt Hill has a long history of building, with Godinton House about 1.8 miles south. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Tutt Hill is about 4 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. We visit Tutt Hill as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Tutt Hill is one of the places in Kent we cover for new roof snagging. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
All of TN26 is covered for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Ram Lane (1 mile north-west), Westwell Leacon (1 mile north-west), Hothfield (1 mile south), Westwell (1 mile north-east) and Potters Corner (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (4 miles south-east), Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north), Whitstable (15 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in Tutt Hill
The closest station to Tutt Hill is Charing station, about 2.1 miles north-west. A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (5.1 miles south-east) and County Square (3.3 miles south-east).
Tutt Hill: your questions answered
Will you come out to Tutt Hill?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tutt Hill?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
It normally takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. We’ll give you an idea when booking.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
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.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Tutt Hill
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Nearby places to Tutt Hill
What else we do in Tutt Hill
Do you need new roof snagging in Tutt Hill?
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Fiddly details are often where things go wrong, particularly when the weather is against them.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
Landlords with a home close to Charing station may find that it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Which limits apply to the survey
What happens if roof problems are left?
A defects or warranty period doesn’t last for ever. Checking the roof before it ends gives you time to raise anything we find. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Tutt Hill, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Every price we give includes VAT. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Package prices that include VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Useful tips for Tutt Hill property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Keep warranty papers safe
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- 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.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Arrange an inspection in good time so there is time to raise anything.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Rural addresses near Tutt Hill can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.