Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in West Kingsdown
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for West Kingsdown and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
New roof snagging in West Kingsdown
A new roof is a big spend, so it is worth having it checked before the final payment. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the roof and around the property. You get a written report with photos to share with your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. We survey new flat roofs, flashings and valleys and ridges and verges, and people most often book us about missing or blocked roof ventilation and gaps at new flashings.
Around West Kingsdown, you will mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Older roofs often have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Where
- West Kingsdown (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need new roof snagging in West Kingsdown?
Even good roofers can leave snags at the end of a job. Details at ridges, verges and flashings are easy to rush particularly in poor weather.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
If you own a rental within reach of Eynsford station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before you book anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Places near West Kingsdown
What else we do in West Kingsdown
Why act early in West Kingsdown
A minor snag left alone can turn into a leak. Loose details can let water through during the first winter. Finding them early means they can be dealt with quickly. Blocked gutters on homes around West Kingsdown overflow and soak walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in West Kingsdown
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
How we price new roof snagging
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The size of the roof
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Parking around West Kingsdown is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
New roof snagging in West Kingsdown: local notes
Lullingstone Castle, about 2.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Kingsdown. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of Saint Edmund, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
West Kingsdown is about 6 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Bookings from West Kingsdown are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Kent coverage includes West Kingsdown and the places around it. Maidstone is in our area too.
New roof snagging in TN15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Church Road, London Road and Hever Wood Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside West Kingsdown, we cover Maplescombe (1 mile north-west), Knatts Valley (1 mile south-west), East Hill (1 mile south-west), Fawkham Green (2 miles north-east) and Ash (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles south-east), Dartford (7 miles north), Sevenoaks (6 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (10 miles south).
Near you in West Kingsdown
For rail, the closest station is Eynsford station, about 2.6 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Otford Heritage Centre (3.8 miles south-west) and Eynsford Castle (2.6 miles north-west).
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Landlords, agents and building managers in West Kingsdown and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
West Kingsdown questions
Will you come out to West Kingsdown?
Yes, we do. 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.
Do you cover West Kingsdown?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and West Kingsdown is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We check everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in West Kingsdown?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.