Kent · London and the South East
New Roof Snagging in Westmarsh
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags for Westmarsh and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
About our new roof snagging in Westmarsh
Snagging means finding the small faults and loose ends left at the end of a job. Roof snags often show at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings where the work is most fiddly. We check everything we can see safely and photograph each snag. Typical snags include loose ridge tiles, poorly dressed flashings and debris left in gutters. Typical surveys look at gutters or fascias damaged during the job and poorly finished verges, on flashings and valleys, replacement roofs and loft conversions and dormers.
Being in a small place like Westmarsh makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Place
- Westmarsh (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
We check valley linings for splits and poor laps where they can be seen.
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. Cracked or uneven tiles are recorded as far as can be seen.
New roof snagging around Westmarsh
Westmarsh is within about 5 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale, so exposed details get a close look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
For landlords with property near Minster station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. Goodnestone Park, about 4.6 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Westmarsh. 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.
Westmarsh is about 7 miles west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Surveys in Westmarsh work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent. Canterbury is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for new roof snagging: CT3. Neighbouring places we cover for new roof snagging include Ware (1 mile south), East Stourmouth (1 mile north-west), West Stourmouth (2 miles north-west), Preston (2 miles west) and Monkton (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (7 miles north-east), Dover (12 miles south), Ramsgate (7 miles east), Broadstairs (8 miles north-east) and Whitstable (11 miles west).
What’s near Westmarsh
In Westmarsh, that means homes and buildings near The Way Out Inn and the streets around them. Westmarsh’s nearest station is Minster station, about 2.6 miles north-east. A little further out are White Mill (3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Westmarsh include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Before and after the survey
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Diary the defects period end date
- Check that gutters weren’t left full of offcuts
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. If anything shows, tell your roofer right away.
Note the end date of any defects or warranty period. Book a check well before it so snags can be raised.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the new roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Westmarsh, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Westmarsh: your questions answered
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Westmarsh, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Within about 5 miles of the sea, as Westmarsh is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do you cover smaller places like Westmarsh?
Yes, Westmarsh is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
How do I book a survey in Westmarsh?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us 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 does a new roof inspection cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the roof space and record any snags. It’s worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
How we price new roof snagging
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
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.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- What’s prompted the survey
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.