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New roof snagging in Willesborough, Kent

New roof snagging across Willesborough, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.

  • Underlay ending short at the eaves
  • Missing or blocked roof ventilation
  • Flashings not properly dressed or fixed

Independent new roof snagging in Willesborough

New roof snagging in Willesborough

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 damage to lower roofs can let water through. Finding these early makes them easier to raise. If you’re worried about cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work and underlay not dressed into the gutter, we can find out what’s behind it, on loft conversions and dormers, new flat roofs and new-build homes alike.

In a smaller place like Willesborough, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt or nothing at all.

After the visit, you get a report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the new roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.

Location
Willesborough (TN24)
Region
Kent
Prices
From £150 inc. VAT
Your report
Written, with photos, emailed to you
When we survey
Monday to Sunday, daytime
Insured
Professional indemnity and public liability
Phone
07833 053749
Last updated
27 October 2026
Illustration of a snagging check on a new roof with tick marks and an exclamation mark

What new roof snagging does not cover

In fairness, a roof survey has limits:

  • Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
  • Areas out of view from every safe viewpoint
  • Nails and clips under the slates or tiles

Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.

What we check

  • New-build homes
  • New flat roofs
  • Replacement roofs
  • Loft conversions and dormers
  • Ridges and verges
  • Flashings and valleys

Landlord and commercial surveys in Willesborough

Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.

Landlords, agents and building managers in Willesborough and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.

What we look for on each type of roof

Valleys

A valley takes water from two slopes, so it needs to be finished well. The lining and the cut coverings along it are checked.

Flashings

Poorly finished flashings frequently show up on new roofs. They’re recorded with photos.

What happens on the day

When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey usually takes about one to two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a smaller place like Willesborough, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.

  1. We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
  2. We check the coverings, ridges, hips and verges from safe vantage points.
  3. We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
  4. We check the loft where safe and look for debris or damage.
  5. You get a photo report of each snag.

Before we arrive

  • Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
  • Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
  • Tell us about parking before the day

How to book

Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.

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Your questions about new roof snagging in Willesborough

Do you carry out roof surveys in Willesborough?

We do. The survey and report are the same in Willesborough as anywhere else.

Will you come out to Willesborough?

Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.

What if it rains on the day?

Light rain doesn’t usually stop a survey. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we’ll arrange another day with you.

What’s the price of a snagging inspection?

Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us for a price.

What does a new roof inspection include?

We check the coverings, ridges, verges, hips, valleys and flashings plus gutters, ventilation and visible underlay at the eaves. We look for leftover debris and knock-on damage too.

Do I have to be there for the survey?

If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.

Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?

Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. The report lists snags with photos for you to pass to your builder.

Why act early in Willesborough

You may not see a fault until it causes damage. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. Around Willesborough, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.

To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.

Why book with us

  • 5,000+ surveys completed
  • Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
  • CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
  • Two decades and more of roof surveys

See how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.

What new roof snagging looks like in Willesborough

Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. About 3.1 miles north-west lies Godinton House, a reminder of how long the area around Willesborough has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.

If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Mary the Virgin, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. Landlords with a home close to Ashford International station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.

Willesborough is about 1 mile east of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in Willesborough, we can carry out new roof snagging at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Kent, we cover Willesborough and the places around it. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.

Every address in TN24 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Mead Road, Mill Lane and Milne Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Willesborough is on the A2070, so it’s easy for us to get to. Nearby, we also carry out new roof snagging in South Willesborough (1 mile south-west), Newtown (1 mile south-west), Ashford (1 mile west), Finberry (1 mile south) and Park Farm (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (12 miles north), Hythe (9 miles south-east), Davington (12 miles north) and Preston (12 miles north).

Landmarks near Willesborough

Around Willesborough, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The William Harvey Public House, Ashford Green Corridors and The North School. The closest station to Willesborough is Ashford International station, roughly 0.9 miles west of the centre. A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (0.8 miles east) and Ashford Designer Outlet (0.8 miles west). For a walk, there is Hatch Park.

Map of Willesborough © OpenStreetMap contributors

How we price new roof snagging

The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:

  • Roof area
  • Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
  • If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
  • The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium

The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT.

Getting in touch

Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:

  • Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
  • Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
  • The kind of building and roof involved
  • Anything about access we should know

You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.

20+ yearsRoof survey experience
5,000+ surveys98% customer satisfaction
Drones and thermal imagingCAA-registered drone operator
Fully insuredProfessional indemnity and public liability
Reports from £150Prices include VAT