Medway · London and the South East
Walderslade New Roof Snagging
Independent new roof snagging in Walderslade. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaving debris in gutters can cause overflows that soak walls. Finding it now is simpler than tracing damp later. Arranging work in a smaller place like Walderslade is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What you get with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
How new roof snagging works in Walderslade
Replacing a roof costs a lot, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the new roof and around it. You get a photo-illustrated written report to share with your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. We survey replacement roofs, flashings and valleys and new-build homes, and common reasons people get in touch are loose flashings at walls or chimneys and signs of condensation in the roof space.
Smaller places like Walderslade frequently have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Low roofs are easier to see from the ground, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. That applies whether you are buying in Walderslade or checking a new roof there. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Walderslade (ME5)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Walderslade property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
File the contract, invoices and warranty papers in one place. Add the snagging report to it.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Roof area
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The address and postcode of the property
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, it usually takes between one and two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Walderslade is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- 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 is visible.
- The loft space is checked where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
How to book
To get a price for new roof snagging in Walderslade, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Do you need new roof snagging in Walderslade?
A roof is hard for most owners to see properly. Without an independent check, you’re relying on what can be seen from the ground and you may be asked to pay anyway.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
For landlords with property near Chatham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys
Lead or other valley linings should be laid and lapped neatly where they can be seen.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs frequently have snags at the verges and eaves. They get close attention.
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Your questions about new roof snagging in Walderslade
Is the coastal weather around Walderslade hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Walderslade?
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.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How soon after the work should I book a snagging inspection?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
How much time does a snagging visit need?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours, and longer for large or complex roofs.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Local roofs and buyers in Walderslade
Walderslade lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, so exposed details get a proper look whether you are buying or signing off new work. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St William's Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. With Starkey Castle about 3.3 miles north-west, the area around Walderslade has a long history. If you are buying an older home nearby, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Walderslade is about 1 mile south of Chatham, in Medway. Walderslade is one of many places we visit across Medway, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Medway, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across ME5 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Farm Road, York Avenue and Walsham Road and the roads around them. Walderslade sits on or near the A2045, so getting to you is simple. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in Blue Bell Hill (1 mile west), Lordswood (1 mile east), Kit's Coty (1 mile south-west), Chatham (1 mile north) and Lidsing (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (3 miles north-east), Rochester (4 miles north), Rainham (4 miles north-east), Strood (4 miles north-west), Park Wood (3 miles east) and Twydall (4 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Walderslade
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Westfield Wood, Greenacre Academy and Walderslade Girls' School. Walderslade’s nearest station is Chatham station, roughly 3.1 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Allington Castle (3 miles south) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north). Open spaces near Walderslade include Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.