Kent · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Westwood, Kent
New roof snagging in Westwood, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Loose flashings at walls or chimneys
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
Roof by roof
Valleys
Offcuts in a valley can hold water. Leftover debris is recorded.
Clay and concrete tiles
Interlocking tiles need to sit neatly in line. Any that look wrong go in the report.
New roof snagging in Westwood
Our inspection covers the slates or tiles, ridges, verges, hips and valleys plus flashings and roof ventilation. At the eaves we look at how the underlay is dressed into the gutter, where it can be seen as well as the gutters. You get a photo report of what we found. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. If you’ve noticed cracked or slipped new tiles or slates and cracked mortar at the ridge or hips, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Westwood, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Westwood (DA13, DA2)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. Rural addresses near Westwood can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We agree what to focus on, such as a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, vantage points and the roof where safe.
- We work through ridges, verges, valleys and flashings.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Buying a home or a new roof in Westwood
Westwood is within about 5 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, so exposed details get a close look whether you are buying or signing off new work. Cobham College, about 4.6 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Westwood. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of Saint Mary Magdalene, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. For landlords with property near Longfield station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Westwood is about 3 miles south of Swanscombe, in Kent. If you are in Westwood, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. There is also a page for Maidstone.
New roof snagging in DA13 and DA2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer new roof snagging to properties on Westwood Road and Highcross Road and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Westwood, we cover Grubb Street (1 mile south-west), Green Street Green (1 mile west), Bean (1 mile north-west), St Margarets (2 miles west) and Darenth (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles south-east), Dartford (4 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south) and Northfleet (3 miles north-east).
Near you in Westwood
In Westwood, that means homes and buildings near Longfield Academy, Longfield Chalk Bank and Railway Tavern, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Longfield station, roughly 1 mile south. Other landmarks nearby include Stone Museum of Geology (3.3 miles north-west) and Bluewater (2.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Sawyers Lake.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Diary the defects period end date
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Raise snags in writing with your roofer
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. That’s worth bearing in mind if a payment date is close.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. It sets clear expectations and time is set aside for snags.
What new roof snagging doesn’t cover
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Details hidden from sight
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Westwood
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Replacement roofs
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
These details help when you get in touch:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Common questions in Westwood
How do I find out if my home in Westwood is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Westwood?
Yes, Westwood is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 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 find a day that suits.
How long will you be on site?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain doesn’t normally stop a survey. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes. We check new-build roofs from safe vantage points and the loft space and record any snags. It’s worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Specific, photographed snags are easier to discuss than a vague worry. It keeps things factual. Older cottages and farmhouses around Westwood can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Westwood
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.