Stocking roof systems

Simplify stock management and offer customers complete, high-performance roofing systems

The Marley Roof System is a complete set of fully compatible roofing components, giving merchants everything builders need for new or refurbished pitched roof projects.

It includes battens, underlays, roof tiles, solar panels and dry fix accessories. All components are designed to work together, making ordering and procurement simple for merchants and their customers.

Supply a complete roof system from the battens up

Stocking the Marley Roof System enables merchants to supply all the components of a pitched roof. Every element has been designed to support compliance with the relevant building regulations and standards and is covered by Marley’s 15-year system warranty.

Components in the system include:

• JB Red roofing battens – The only machine-graded battens on the market, providing merchants with a consistent, high-quality product that meets BS 5534 requirements.
• High-performance underlays – Vapour-permeable and non-breathable options are available.
• Clay and concrete roof tiles – A broad range of profiles and colours suitable for all sectors and roof pitches down to 12.5°, making it easier to match local styles and specifications.
• Cedar shingles and shakes – Made from Western Red Cedar, these timber products offer a natural charm for customers seeking a roof covering with a modern or rustic appearance.
• Roof-integrated solar panels – The Marley SolarTile® is supplied as a complete kit for straightforward installation and integration with any Marley roof covering. For merchants, it’s a simple way to meet rising demand for roofing systems that support home energy efficiency.
• Dry fix fittings and ventilation – A complete range of compatible hips, ridges, verges, valleys, eaves and roof vents, allowing merchants to supply reliable, easy-to-fit components for every part of the roof.

Roofing resources for merchants

When you stock Marley products, you gain access to a library of information and resources, helping merchants and their staff build the skills and knowledge to sell roofing systems with confidence. This also makes it easier to support customers through each step of a project

• Training – Online or in-person courses covering topics such as roof systems product knowledge, solar PV and estimating.
• Online calculators – Free tools and resources, such as estimators, solar configurators, CAD drawings, BIM files and fixing specifications are all available on our website.
• Technical guidance – Expert advice on roof design, specification and compliance.
• Marketing and sales support – Product information, sales displays and other resources to help you promote and sell Marley products effectively.

Why stock a roofing system?

By offering a complete roofing system from a trusted manufacturer like Marley, merchants provide their customers with:

• Quality and compatibility – All components are manufactured to high standards and designed to work seamlessly together.
• Reduced risk – Single-source accountability simplifies specification and minimises errors.
• Simplified procurement and logistics – Stocking a complete system makes it easier to order compatible products and reduces the number of deliveries.
• Added value – Supporting customers with reliable products, faster deliveries and high-performance results helps merchants build brand loyalty and gain repeat business.

Supplying solar roofing as part of the Marley Roof System

Demand for roof-integrated solar panels continues to grow as homeowners seek to improve their homes' sustainability and reduce energy costs. By stocking the Marley SolarTile®, merchants can offer installers a complete, compatible solar roofing option that integrates fully within the Marley Roof System.

The Marley SolarTile® is supplied as a complete kit, making ordering and stocking straightforward. It’s compatible with all Marley tiles, underlays and dry fix accessories so that merchants can supply everything required for a solar roofing project.

Marley also provides installer training and technical support, giving merchants confidence that their customers will be fully supported.

Roof systems for builders’ merchants: How does it work?

The Marley Roof System includes an extensive range of roofing components that have been designed and tested to work together.

By stocking the complete system, merchants can simplify ordering and stock management while providing contractors and installers with everything they need to create a high-quality, fully compatible roof covering. Marley also offers technical guidance, online tools and training to support merchants and their customers at every stage.