Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Kiddington, Oxfordshire
An experienced roof surveyor for electronic leak detection in Kiddington. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
About our electronic leak detection in Kiddington
Green roofs, ballasted roofs and roofs under paving are harder to test. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through before we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing isn’t possible, we will say so. If you’ve noticed damp inside with no sign on the roof and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings, we can find out what’s behind it, on green roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and single-ply roofs alike.
Somewhere as small as Kiddington, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Kiddington (OX20)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Electronic leak detection in Kiddington: local notes
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. With Blenheim Palace about 4.6 miles south, Kiddington sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Nicholas are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. If you let a flat or house near Charlbury station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Kiddington is about 7 miles north-west of Kidlington, in Oxfordshire. We visit Kiddington as part of our work across Oxfordshire, for homes and businesses alike. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Kiddington. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: OX20. We also cover Enstone (2 miles west), Church Enstone (3 miles north-west), Little Tew (4 miles north-west), Great Tew (4 miles north) and Swerford (6 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Oxford (13 miles south-east), Banbury (11 miles north), Bicester (10 miles east), Witney (9 miles south-west), Carterton (12 miles south-west) and Kidlington (7 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Kiddington
Kiddington’s nearest station is Charlbury station, roughly 4.4 miles south-west. Open spaces near Kiddington include Blenheim Farm.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote. Somewhere as small as Kiddington, 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 agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Kiddington: your questions answered
Is Kiddington within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is my home in Kiddington listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How do you choose the testing method?
The roof decides the method. We’ll explain why when we quote.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber roofs
Whether an EPDM roof can be tested depends on the membrane and build-up. We look at this first.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply can be punctured by tools or fixings. Testing helps find them.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Don’t let outlets block
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It’s a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when they work up there. Check the roof after they’ve finished.
What affects the price in Kiddington
To price your survey, we check:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.