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Storm damage roof report in Marley, Kent
Wondering about the roof at a property in Marley? You can book a storm damage roof report in Marley and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
About our storm damage roof report in Marley
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Check your own policy wording. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and flashings, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks.
Somewhere as small as Marley, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Marley (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Around Marley, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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When to book a survey in Marley
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photos.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Roofs hit by falling trees
The streets around a church like Church of St Giles are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
What to check before booking
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Common questions in Marley
Do you cover Marley?
Yes, Marley is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Marley?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we cannot predict the outcome.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Why get it checked now?
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. 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.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Places near Marley
What else we do in Marley
Wind, rain and roofs in Marley
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Historic houses like Goodnestone Park, about 4.7 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Marley goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building such as Barham Church of England Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Homes near green spaces like Jumping Downs can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Marley is about 5 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Marley is one of many places we visit across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Kent.
Every address in CT4 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Marley Lane and Covet Lane or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover 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). Within a short drive, we also cover 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).
Near you in Marley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Jumping Downs and Black Robin Public House. The closest station to Marley is Snowdown station, roughly 3.5 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Kent and Canterbury Hospital (4.3 miles north-west).
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Marley. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Landlords and agents in Marley book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Estimates of repair costs
- The outcome of a claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Flat roofs