Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Marley, Kent
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Marley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Worn or blocked valleys
Roof survey in Marley
Three packages cover most roofs: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. We survey natural slate, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and torn or sagging underlay.
In a village or hamlet like Marley, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Place
- Marley (CT14)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Roof surveys around Marley
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Marley, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. About 3.5 miles south-east lies Walmer Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Marley has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you look after a building such as Northbourne Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Trees in and around Ham Fen shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Take an older house close to Church of St Augustine: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Marley is about 3 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Marley is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Our Kent coverage includes Marley. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: CT14. That includes homes and businesses on Broad Lane and Marley Lane. Other places close to Marley include Finglesham (1 mile north-east), Hacklinge (1 mile north-east), Northbourne (1 mile south), Ham (1 mile north-west) and Sholden Meadows (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Around Marley
We work in homes and buildings around Ham Fen, Sandwich Technology School and The Crown Inn. Marley’s nearest station is Sandwich station, roughly 2.5 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Sandown Castle (2.7 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (2.6 miles east). Open spaces near Marley include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Your questions about roof surveys in Marley
How do I find out if my home in Marley is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different 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. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
How much does a roof survey cost in Marley?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
What insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What does a roof survey include?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: 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. Most visits take an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like Marley needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets in another room
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Marley
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Worn or split lead lets water straight in.
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
To get a price for roof surveys in Marley, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.