Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Westwood, Kent
Not sure what state the new roof is in? You can book new roof snagging in Westwood and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
Why act early in Westwood
Raising snags before the final payment is normally simpler. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. Our report lists what to raise. Around Westwood, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- An independent view of the roof
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Weekday and weekend surveys
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Westwood
Roof work often leaves debris behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted 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. If you’ve noticed poorly finished verges and underlay not dressed into the gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Westwood, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Westwood. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Westwood (CT9, CT10)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
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.
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so a new slate roof should be laid well. We look for slipped, cracked or uneven slates.
Signs you need new roof snagging in Westwood
Debris left behind is common after roof work. Offcuts and broken pieces often end up in the gutters or damage lower roofs.
Look out for signs like these:
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
If you own a rental within reach of Margate station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. A visit to a smaller place like Westwood is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft, then look for debris or damage left behind.
- We send a report with photos of each snag.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Keep pets in another room
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Common questions in Westwood
Is Westwood within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is the coastal weather around Westwood hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Westwood is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How long does new roof snagging take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. We will give you an idea when booking.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No. We report on what we see. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder, and the report gives you a clear record to refer to.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Look for new stains after a downpour
- Watch for gutters overflowing in rain
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
Once the work is finished, check the ceilings and loft after the next downpour. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Do not settle the final bill until the roof has been inspected if your contract allows it. It keeps the job open until it is right.
What we cannot see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Areas out of view from every safe vantage point
- Pricing the remedial work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New-build homes
- New flat roofs
Buying a home or a new roof in Westwood
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Westwood, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, so exposed details get a careful look whether you are buying or signing off new work. With Quex Park about 2.9 miles west, Westwood sits in an area with a long building history. 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.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St John the Baptist, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Westwood is about 1 mile south of Margate, in Kent. Roofs in Westwood get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We work across CT9 and CT10 for new roof snagging and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Leo Road, Nash Road and Luna Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Being close to the A254, Westwood is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Westwood include Flete (1 mile west), Haine (1 mile south), Margate (1 mile north), Newington (1 mile south) and Garlinge (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles south-west), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south) and Wincheap (15 miles south-west).
What’s near Westwood
In Westwood, that means homes and buildings near Hartsdown Academy and The Orb pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Margate station, roughly 1.4 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Public Library & Museum (Camborne) (1.4 miles north) and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (0.7 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.