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Flat roof survey in Ardington, Oxfordshire
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Ardington. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Blocked or damaged outlets
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Ardington
The surface of a flat roof heats up and cools down far more than the rooms below. That movement pulls at seams, laps and the joints between boards, and in time it can open up splits and cracks. Older coverings that have lost their flexibility are the most likely to suffer.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Trinity, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Are they insured for the work?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Flat roof survey in Ardington: what you get
Ponding is often the first sign that something on a flat roof isn’t right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. Common reasons to book are dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and blistering in felt or asphalt, on upstands and outlets, single-ply membranes and EPDM rubber.
Some older homes in villages like Ardington are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Ardington (OX12)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on what we found.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. You will spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the flat roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Ardington needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Where there is safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in Ardington, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for the job before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What to tell us when you contact us
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The property’s address and postcode
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
FAQs for Ardington
Do you cover smaller places like Ardington?
Yes. Ardington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Ardington is listed?
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.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
A precise figure is not something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Ardington
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
Local flat roofs in Ardington
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Wantage Primary Academy, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Ardington is about 2 miles east of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. We carry out flat roof surveys in Ardington for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, large and small. Oxford is in our area too.
Flat roof surveys in OX12 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on High Street, Church Street and Well Street. We also cover the places around Ardington: East Lockinge (1 mile south), West Hendred (1 mile east), East Hendred (2 miles east), Rowstock (3 miles east) and Farnborough (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (13 miles north-east), Didcot (6 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (15 miles north-west) and Faringdon (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Ardington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Boar's Head pub and King Alfred's. A little further out are Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (2.3 miles north-west). Not far away are Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
Towns and villages near Ardington
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How the survey changes by roof type
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photos.
Felt and built-up roofs
Built-up felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings on extensions, garages and dormers. We look for blistering, cracking, split laps and worn mineral surfacing.