Kent · London and the South East
Walmer New Roof Snagging
A careful look at the new roof at your property in Walmer, with photos and a written report.
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Walmer is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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 looked at.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a photo-illustrated written report.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
For a price for new roof snagging in Walmer, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
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How new roof snagging works in Walmer
Roof work often leaves debris behind. We look for broken tiles, offcuts and nails left in gutters and on lower roofs along with any damage to other parts of the property. Each item is photographed. Gutters full of offcuts can overflow in the next heavy rain, and cracked lower roofs can leak. It is easier to raise them while the job is fresh. We survey new flat roofs, ridges and verges and loft conversions and dormers, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are offcuts and broken tiles left behind and missing or blocked roof ventilation.
Smaller places like Walmer often 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 Walmer 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.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Location
- Walmer (CT14)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What new roof snagging looks like in Walmer
Walmer is within about 1 mile of the coast, 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 close look whether you are buying or signing off new work. Historic houses such as Walmer Castle, about 0.3 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Walmer goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Walmer station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Walmer is about 6 miles north-east of Dover, in Kent. Wherever you are in Walmer, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Surveys in CT14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Lawn Road, York Road and Grams Road, and we cover them all. Main roads around Walmer include the A258, which makes travel easy. If you are just outside Walmer, we cover Deal (1 mile north), Mill Hill (1 mile north-west), Great Mongeham (2 miles north-west), Sholden (2 miles north-west) and Ripple (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (15 miles west), Margate (12 miles north), Dover (6 miles south-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (9 miles north) and Broadstairs (11 miles north).
Near you in Walmer
In Walmer, that means homes and buildings near Goodwin Academy and The Telegraph pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Walmer station, roughly 0.7 miles west. A little further out are Kent Museum of the Moving Image (1.4 miles north) and Walmer Castle (less than half a mile south-east).
Walmer questions
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Walmer, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Walmer is within about 1 mile of the coast.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Walmer?
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. 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.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Once the roofer says the job is done, ideally before you pay in full. That leaves time to raise anything we find.
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, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Is Walmer in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Walmer included.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Why act early in Walmer
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps things factual. Blocked gutters on homes around Walmer overflow and soak walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book us in Walmer
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Prices that include VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we can’t see
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Parts of the roof we can’t see safely
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- New-build homes
- Flashings and valleys
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
- Send the snagging report to your roofer
- Look for debris left in gutters from ground level
- Diary the defects period end date
You receive a written report with photos of each snag and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Keep paperwork for the new roof together. Add the snagging report to it.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Walmer
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.