Kent · London and the South East
Wichling New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging for homes and businesses in Wichling. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Poorly finished verges
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Broken coverings left on a new roof
About our new roof snagging in Wichling
We report on what we see with photos and plain descriptions. Any dispute about the work is between you and your roofer or builder. What we provide is an independent record of the roof’s condition. We don’t give repair cost estimates or decide who is at fault, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. We survey new-build homes, loft conversions and dormers and new flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gutters or fascias damaged during the job and tiles or slates sitting out of line.
Some older homes in villages like Wichling are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
What you get is a clear record of the new roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Wichling (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for new roof snagging in Wichling
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to let us know when you contact us
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- When you need the report by
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Cracked slates are sometimes left in place. We record any we can see.
Clay and concrete tiles
Clay and concrete tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, uneven or poorly fixed tiles where we can see them.
What new roof snagging looks like in Wichling
Belmont House and Gardens, about 4.1 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wichling. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
For landlords with property near Lenham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. Take an older house close to Church of St Margaret: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Wichling is about 5 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We carry out new roof snagging for homes and businesses in Wichling. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of ME9 for new roof snagging. We also cover the places around Wichling: Doddington (1 mile north-east), Hollybushes (1 mile north-west), Bluetown (1 mile north), Payden Street (1 mile south) and West Street (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (5 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Wichling
Typical jobs here are in homes near Doddington Place Gardens. The nearest railway station is Lenham station, roughly 3.2 miles south-west. A little further out are Newnham Castle (2.4 miles north-east).
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Around Wichling, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- 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 checked.
- We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
- You get a photo report of each snag.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What else we do in Wichling
Your questions about new roof snagging in Wichling
Do you cover smaller places like Wichling?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Wichling is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Do you check new-build roofs?
Yes, new-build roofs are checked in the same way as replacement roofs. You get a photo report of any snags to raise with the builder.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
What does a new roof inspection include?
Everything we can see safely, from the ridge and verges down to the eaves and gutters. We look in the loft where it is safe and check for damage left by the job.
Why act early in Wichling
Defects and warranty periods have an end date. A snagging inspection before then leaves time to act. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Wichling, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wichling
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- PI and public liability insurance
- A report with photographs
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Details hidden from sight
- Estimates of what fixes will cost
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Wichling
- Replacement roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
Useful tips for Wichling property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Look for marks or cracks left by the work
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Note the end of any warranty or defects period
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation and Premium an in-person consultation.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. It sets clear expectations and leaves time for snags to be fixed.