Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Marley, Kent
Find out the condition of the flat roof membrane at your property in Marley from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Water coming in under a flat roof
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey typically takes as long as needed for the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we set out in the quote. Somewhere as small as Marley, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Before the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know about parking near the property
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Electronic leak detection in Marley
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage methods usually need a wet roof surface, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane. Which one suits depends on the membrane and the layers of the roof and we explain which we will use. We will say if your roof doesn’t suit either method before any testing starts. If you are worried about leaks that return after repairs and gaps at membrane joints, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Marley, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Marley (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Flat and commercial roofs around Marley
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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Leeds Castle, about 2.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Marley. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take a building like Harrietsham Church of England Primary School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. If you live in an older home near St John the Baptist's Church, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Marley is about 7 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Marley, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Kent, we cover Marley. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We work across ME17 for electronic leak detection. You’ll find streets such as Parks Road, Young Lane and Church Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Marley include Harrietsham (1 mile west), Pollhill (1 mile west), Sandway (1 mile south-east), Platt's Heath (1 mile south) and Chegworth (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north-east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
What’s near Marley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Lenham School, The Roebuck Public House and Kiln Wood. For rail, the closest station is Harrietsham station, about 0.6 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Leeds Castle (2.5 miles west) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.4 miles west).
When to book a survey in Marley
Water travels under flat roof membranes. The stain inside can be far from the hole which makes it hard to find by looking.
Problems we come across often include:
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks that return after repairs
If you own a rental within reach of Harrietsham station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- When you’ll get the report
What we can’t see
A survey is a close look at the flat roof membrane, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Moisture spread under the membrane
- Fixing the holes we find
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Marley
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
Nearby places to Marley
What else we do in Marley
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- When you need the report by
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Different roofs, different checks
Green and ballasted roofs
Some layers may need lifting for testing. We discuss this before quoting.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes are common on commercial and newer roofs. Laps and fixings are where holes often appear.
Marley questions
Is my home in Marley listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Marley?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What does electronic leak detection do?
A sound membrane blocks the test current, but a hole lets it through. That lets us find breaches that are too small to see.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How long will testing take?
The roof’s size and build-up decide how long it takes. We’ll give you an idea when we quote.
How do you choose the testing method?
The roof decides the method. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.