Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Waterham
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags across Waterham, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
Why it is worth a survey now in Waterham
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. A slipped verge tile or a loose flashing may let water through during the first winter. Spotting them early gives the roofer a chance to put them right. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Package prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
How new roof snagging works in Waterham
Our report records 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 doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it does set out clearly what we found. Typical surveys look at cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed, on flashings and valleys, new-build homes and ridges and verges.
In a village or hamlet like Waterham, 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. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Waterham (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- How the roof will perform for years to come
- Details hidden from sight
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flashings and valleys
- Ridges and verges
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
How the survey changes by roof type
Underlay and ventilation
We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, at the underlay and ventilation.
Flashings
Flashings around chimney stacks are a common weak point, so we look at them closely.
What we are asked to look at in Waterham
Ventilation is sometimes missed or blocked during re-roofing. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
Problems we come across often include:
- Underlay not dressed into the gutter
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
If you own a rental within reach of Whitstable station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
What to check before booking
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Waterham and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Local roofs and buyers in Waterham
Waterham lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
In and around Waterham, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Waterham is about 3 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. We carry out new roof snagging in Waterham for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Here we cover the ME13 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you are just outside Waterham, we cover Highstreet (1 mile east), Dargate (1 mile south), Hernhill (1 mile south-west), Graveney (1 mile west) and Culmers (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (3 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles west) and Herne Bay (7 miles north-east).
What’s near Waterham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Seasalter Levels. The closest station to Waterham is Whitstable station, roughly 3.4 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4 miles north-east) and Tankerton Castle (3.7 miles north-east). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Also near Waterham
What else we do in Waterham
Your questions about new roof snagging in Waterham
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Waterham, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Waterham is within about 2 miles of the coast.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Waterham?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What do you check on a new roof?
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings, along with ventilation, gutters and the underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you cover Waterham for new roof snagging?
Yes. We carry out new roof snagging in Waterham.
What happens on the day
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes about one to two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older roofs in small places like Waterham can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.