Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Westenhanger, Kent
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Westenhanger, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Loose or badly finished ridge tiles
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
New roof snagging in Westenhanger
We carry out new roof snagging in Westenhanger and across London and South East England. Time on site usually takes between one and two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. We inspect as far as it is safe to see, and by drone where it’s applicable. A photo report follows. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Common reasons to book are ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed and debris left in gutters or valleys, across replacement roofs, loft conversions and dormers and new-build homes.
Somewhere as small as Westenhanger, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. 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.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the new roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Westenhanger (CT21)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs and buyers in Westenhanger
Westenhanger lies within about 3 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
The streets around a church like All Saints Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. With Westenhanger Castle about 0.3 miles north-west, the area around Westenhanger has a long history. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy. Landlords with a home close to Westenhanger station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Westenhanger is about 2 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. Bookings from Westenhanger are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Kent, we cover Westenhanger and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Here we cover the CT21 postcode area for new roof snagging. If you’re just outside Westenhanger, we cover Newingreen (1 mile south), Berwick (1 mile south), Pedlinge (1 mile south-east), Lympne (1 mile south-west) and Sandling (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (8 miles north-west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (12 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles east), Tower Hamlets (12 miles east) and Hawkinge (6 miles east).
Near you in Westenhanger
In Westenhanger, that means homes and buildings near Brockhill Park Performing Arts College, Sandling Park and The Royal Oak Public House and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Westenhanger itself: Westenhanger station. Well-known places in the area include Hythe Museum (2.5 miles south-east) and Royal Victoria Hospital (5.8 miles east). For a walk, there is Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
Why get it checked now?
Some faults only show when water gets in. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. Around Westenhanger, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Westenhanger
Landlords, agents and building managers in Westenhanger and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Legal advice on your contract
- Parts of the roof we cannot see safely
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
Westenhanger: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Westenhanger is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Westenhanger within the area you cover?
Yes, Westenhanger is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
When should I book new roof snagging?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s 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.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. The loft space is looked at where there’s safe access, and we note any mess or damage left after the work.
What does a new roof inspection cost?
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the roof and how easy it is to see affect the price. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Westenhanger?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What affects the cost of new roof snagging
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The shape of the roof and its details
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What made you get in touch
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
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The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Somewhere like Westenhanger needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We ask what work was done and when it was finished.
- We look at the tiles or slates, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
- Flashings, valleys, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are checked.
- The roof space is looked at where safe, along with any mess or damage left after the work.
- We send a report with photographs of each snag.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.