Kent · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Snodland, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Snodland. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Buying a home or a new roof in Snodland
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. The wider area around Snodland has a long history of building, with Starkey Castle about 2.5 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Church of the New Jerusalem: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. If you own a rental within reach of Snodland station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Snodland is about 4 miles south-west of Chatham, in Kent. Surveys in Snodland work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Across Kent, we cover Snodland and the places around it. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the ME6 and ME19 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on Hammonds Square, High Street and Bingley Close. Snodland sits on or near the A228, so getting to you is simple. If you are just outside Snodland, we cover Holborough (1 mile north-east), Paddlesworth (1 mile west), Lunsford (1 mile south), Peters Village (1 mile north-east) and New Hythe (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-west) and Gravesend (7 miles north).
Around Snodland
In Snodland, that means homes and buildings near The Holmesdale School, Holborough Marshes and The Monks Head pub and the streets around them. Snodland has its own railway station: Snodland station. Well-known places in the area include Leybourne Castle (1.9 miles south-west) and Medway megaliths (2.8 miles east). Open spaces near Snodland include Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Snodland
Tall, steep or hidden roofs are hard to judge from the street. Our Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone inspection, along with a same-day report. If airspace rules or the weather rule out a flight, we will say so and look from ground level, windows and the loft instead. We are frequently asked to look into patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem and roof slopes that look uneven or sagging, across the roof space, natural slate and gutters and downpipes.
Houses in smaller places like Snodland can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, 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. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are checked closely. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Snodland (ME6, ME19)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Height and safe access
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to tell us when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Snodland, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Snodland
Is Snodland within the area you cover?
Yes. Snodland is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is my home in Snodland listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes. You’ll have photos and a written description of each defect, which you can share with the seller or agent. How the seller responds is up to them.
Should I get a roof survey as well as a RICS home survey?
It depends on the roof and how confident you want to be. Home surveys sometimes suggest a closer look at the roof, and that’s where a roof survey helps. It is not a replacement for a RICS survey.
How do I book a survey in Snodland?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. We survey on any day of the week.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask for loft access on the day
- Let us know your exchange date when you book
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Chimneys and flashings need watching. Watch for gaps in the pointing, cracked flaunching and loose lead. Binoculars from ground level are enough for a first look.
When you need someone else
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
Landlords, agents and block managers in Snodland
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Being in a smaller place like Snodland does not change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You book once your offer is accepted and let us know the address and your timetable.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- We inspect the roof from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.