Kent · London and the South East
Wickhambreaux New Roof Snagging
Get a clear view of the new roof at a property in Wickhambreaux from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Poorly finished verges
- Underlay at the eaves left exposed
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Wickhambreaux, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, 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.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- Debris and damage to other parts are recorded.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
How new roof snagging works in Wickhambreaux
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. The report doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. We survey flashings and valleys, new-build homes and loft conversions and dormers, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are poorly finished verges and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered.
Somewhere as small as Wickhambreaux, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you’re 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Wickhambreaux (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Wickhambreaux
Many people book because something does not look right. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before the job is closed.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Gaps at new flashings
- Gutters blocked by building debris
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
If you let a flat or house near Bekesbourne station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What exactly goes into their report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How long the report takes to arrive
New roof snagging around Wickhambreaux
Goodnestone Park, about 3.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wickhambreaux. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Andrew, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Wickhambreaux is about 4 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Anywhere in Wickhambreaux, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property. Wickhambreaux is one of the places in Kent where we work.
We survey roofs across the CT3 postcode area for new roof snagging. We offer new roof snagging to properties on The Street, Wickham Court Lane and Seaton Road. We also cover the places around Wickhambreaux: Seaton (1 mile east), Ickham (1 mile south), Littlebourne (1 mile south-west), Bramling (1 mile south) and Bekesbourne (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (4 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Near you in Wickhambreaux
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Rose Inn and Spires Academy. Wickhambreaux’s nearest station is Bekesbourne station, roughly 2.6 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Canterbury Castle (4.8 miles west) and St Martins Hospital (3.4 miles west).
Why get it checked now?
Offcuts left in a gutter can block it and send water down the walls. Spotting it now saves chasing damp later. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Wickhambreaux, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- A written report with photos
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Your questions about new roof snagging in Wickhambreaux
Do you cover Wickhambreaux?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Wickhambreaux as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Wickhambreaux within the area you cover?
Yes, Wickhambreaux is covered. We survey roofs across 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.
How long will you be on site?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will you deal with my roofer if there’s a problem?
No, we report on the roof and don’t take sides. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work, and you may want legal advice for that.
How do I arrange new roof snagging in Wickhambreaux?
To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
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Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Check before your warranty period ends
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Agree snagging with your roofer at the start
You receive a written report with photos of each snag and written recommendations. You can send it straight to your roofer.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. It sets clear expectations and leaves time for snags to be fixed.
What we look for on each type of roof
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.
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong, so we check them carefully.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.