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Roof survey in Marley, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a roof survey in Marley and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
What affects the cost of roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Marley
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. We survey clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and flat roofs, and people most often book us about loose ridge or hip tiles and worn lead at chimneys and abutments.
Older buildings in small places like Marley may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Marley (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
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What happens if roof problems are left?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is frequently been getting in for a while. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. Older cottages and farmhouses around Marley can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Roof surveys around Marley
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. The wider area around Marley has a long history of building, with Leeds Castle about 2.5 miles west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like St John the Baptist's Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Take a building like Harrietsham Church of England Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Homes near green spaces such as Kiln Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Marley is about 7 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Wherever you are in Marley, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. We cover towns and villages across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We work across ME17 for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Parks Road, Young Lane and Church Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys 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
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Lenham School, The Roebuck Public House and Kiln Wood, among other places. Marley’s nearest station is Harrietsham station, roughly 0.6 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Leeds Castle (2.5 miles west) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.4 miles west).
How the survey works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Cottages and farmhouses around Marley often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
For a price for roof surveys in Marley, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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FAQs for Marley
Can a landlord with a rental near Harrietsham station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
Is my home in Marley listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.