Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Marley, Kent
Need a flat roof survey in Marley? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
About our flat roof survey in Marley
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can point to poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that is deflecting. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. Common reasons to book are water getting in at rooflights and a sagging deck under the covering, on upstands and outlets, mastic asphalt and EPDM rubber.
Older buildings in small places like Marley may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Marley (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Marley
Is Marley within the area you cover?
Yes, Marley 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 do I find out if my home in Marley is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. A commercial roof usually takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it’s large or complex, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks usually begin, recording anything that could let water through. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
There’s no honest way to give an exact number of years. Typical ranges are around 15 to 20 years for felt, 30 to 50 for EPDM and up to about 30 for GRP, but the report tells you how your roof is really doing.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How we price flat roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- When you need the report by
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. It’s your choice who carries out the work and when.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
Nearby places to Marley
What else we do in Marley
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber
Rubber roofs can shrink back from their edges or lift where the adhesive has failed. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a proper look.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. 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. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
What a flat roof survey does not cover
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Marley
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
Why it is worth a survey now in Marley
A small split in a flat roof is typically a modest job when it is found early. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. Surveying it now tells you where you stand. For an older or listed building in a place like Marley, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Prices that include VAT
- Surveys on any day of the week
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Flat and commercial roofs around Marley
Historic houses such as Goodnestone Park, about 4.7 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Marley goes. 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. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Giles, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. For landlords with property near Snowdown station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. If you look after a building such as Barham Church of England Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Marley is about 5 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Marley and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: CT4. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Marley Lane and Covet Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Marley: Kingston (1 mile north-east), Heart's Delight (1 mile south-east), Out Elmstead (1 mile east), Barham (1 mile east) and Derringstone (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles north-west), Dover (9 miles south-east), Folkestone (9 miles south), Ramsgate (15 miles north-east) and Whitstable (11 miles north-west).
Around Marley
In Marley, that means homes and buildings near Jumping Downs and Black Robin Public House, among other places. Marley’s nearest station is Snowdown station, roughly 3.5 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Kent and Canterbury Hospital (4.3 miles north-west).