Medway · London and the South East
Wigmore New Roof Snagging
Find out the condition of the new roof at your property in Wigmore. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Untidy or loose verge details
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Keep the contract and invoices together
- Arrange the inspection before settling the final bill
- Watch for drips in the roof space with care
- Check before your warranty period ends
Keep the report with any warranty papers from your roofer. It records the roof’s condition at that point.
Tell your roofer at the start that the work will be inspected. Everyone then knows what to expect and time is set aside for snags.
About our new roof snagging in Wigmore
We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips and valleys, along with the flashings and ventilation. We check the underlay at the eaves where it is visible as well as the gutters. The report sets out what we found with photographs. We also note debris left behind and any damage to other parts of the building. Typical surveys look at loose flashings at walls or chimneys and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, across ridges and verges, replacement roofs and flashings and valleys.
In a smaller place like Wigmore, some houses face open ground, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Loose ridge tiles, lifted coverings and tired flashings are the kind of things that show it. Whether you are buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a close look. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Wigmore (ME8)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes an hour or two for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. Homes around Wigmore often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- First, we note any deadlines and concerns.
- 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.
- We send a written report you can pass on.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Buying a home or a new roof in Wigmore
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Wigmore, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, so exposed details get a proper look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. Restoration House, about 4.4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wigmore. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Rainham (Kent) station may find that a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Wigmore is about 1 mile south-east of Gillingham, in Medway. We carry out new roof snagging in Wigmore for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Wigmore is one of the places in Medway where we work. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
New roof snagging in ME8 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Durham Road, Harvey Road and Arthur Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Park Wood (1 mile south), Hempstead (1 mile west), Twydall (1 mile north), Gillingham (1 mile north-west) and Capstone (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chatham (3 miles west), Rochester (5 miles north-west), Strood (6 miles north-west), Luton (3 miles west), Lordswood (3 miles south-west) and Hoo St Werburgh (5 miles north).
Local landmarks in Wigmore
We work in homes and buildings around Foxburrow Wood, Howard School and The Railway pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Rainham (Kent) station, roughly 1 mile north-east. Well-known places in the area include Upnor Castle (4.6 miles north-west) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.6 miles north-west). Not far away are Boxley Hills and Bishop Saltings.
Nearby places to Wigmore
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Do you need new roof snagging in Wigmore?
Owners often get in touch when the finish looks uneven or a leak appears. Others want an independent check as a matter of course before the job is closed.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
If you live in an older home near St Paul's Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the survey will not cover
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Good natural slate is very long-lasting, so the laying matters. Cracked, slipped or uneven slates are noted.
Underlay and ventilation
At the eaves, the underlay should run into the gutter so water drains away. We look at it where it can be seen.
FAQs for Wigmore
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Wigmore, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Do you cover smaller places like Wigmore?
Yes, Wigmore is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How long will you be on site?
Most house visits take about 1–2 hours with commercial roofs nearer 3–4 hours.
Can you settle a dispute with my builder?
No, our role is to record the roof’s condition. Disputes are between you and whoever did the work though our report gives you the facts we saw.
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’ll explain what’s needed.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
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 is worth booking before your builder’s defects period ends.