Kent · London and the South East
Twitton New Roof Snagging
Independent new roof snagging in Twitton. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
Buying a home or a new roof in Twitton
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 Lullingstone Castle about 3.3 miles north, Twitton sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark such as Twitton Mission Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Twitton is about 2 miles north of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Surveys in Twitton work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Surveys in TN14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Sepham Heath (1 mile north-west), Otford (1 mile east), Shoreham (1 mile north), Halstead (2 miles north-west) and Knockholt Pound (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Dartford (9 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north-east), Tonbridge (9 miles south-east), Northfleet (11 miles north-east) and Swanley (6 miles north).
Near you in Twitton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Rising Sun pub, Polhill Bank and Trinity School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Dunton Green station, roughly 1.2 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Kemsing Castle Bank (2.7 miles east) and Sevenoaks Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Twitton includes Dryhill Nature Reserve.
New roof snagging in Twitton
Homeowners book snagging after a re-roof or roof replacement, and buyers of new-build homes sometimes want the roof checked. Whatever the roof, we inspect as far as it can be seen safely, from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe. You then get a written report with photographs to share with your roofer. Typical surveys look at cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work, on new-build homes, ridges and verges and loft conversions and dormers.
Some older homes in villages like Twitton are listed or sit 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, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Twitton (TN14)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price new roof snagging
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Roof area
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
FAQs for Twitton
How do I find out if my home in Twitton is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover smaller places like Twitton?
Yes, Twitton is covered. 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.
What’s the price of a snagging inspection?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
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.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Common roof problems in Twitton
Roofers don’t always clear every gutter and lower roof. Offcuts and broken pieces frequently end up in the gutters or damage lower roofs.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Gaps at new flashings
Landlords with a home close to Dunton Green station may find that a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- When you’ll get the report
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Roof by roof
Valleys
Lead or other valley linings should be laid and lapped neatly where they can be seen.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, so a new slate roof should be laid well. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to see as much of the new roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. In a hamlet or village like Twitton, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
For a price for new roof snagging in Twitton, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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Useful tips for Twitton property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
You receive a written report with photographs of each snag and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Pass it on to your roofer or builder.
Watch for leaks, damp or loose pieces in the first months. Early signs are easier to raise while the work is recent.