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Flat roof survey in Checkendon, Oxfordshire
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Checkendon and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- A sagging deck under the covering
Flat roof survey in Checkendon: what you get
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can point to poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that is deflecting. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. If you’ve noticed loose or cracked edge trims and ponding water that doesn’t drain away, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Checkendon may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Checkendon (RG8)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local flat roofs in Checkendon
Historic houses like Greys Court, about 3.5 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Checkendon goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
For landlords with property near Goring & Streatley station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Take an older house close to St Peter and St Paul: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. If you look after a building such as Checkendon Church of England (A) Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Checkendon is about 6 miles north-west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. We carry out flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Checkendon and nearby. Checkendon is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover for flat roof surveys. There’s also a page for Reading.
Surveys in RG8 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Uxmore Road, Whitehall Lane and Lovegrove's Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Stoke Row (1 mile east), Hook End (1 mile south), Woodcote (2 miles south-west), Heath End (2 miles north) and Ipsden (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Didcot (10 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (6 miles east), Benson (6 miles north-west) and Chinnor (12 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Checkendon
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Langtree School and The Black Horse pub, among other places. Checkendon’s nearest station is Goring & Streatley station, roughly 4.4 miles south-west. For a walk, there’s Hartslock.
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. We look closely at each of those details.
Felt and built-up roofs
Many extensions, garages and dormers have a felt roof laid in layers. The survey checks for blisters, cracks, open laps and bare patches where the surfacing has worn.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Older rural homes like those around Checkendon can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Why act early in Checkendon
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. A report gives you facts to put to the seller or agent. In a place like Checkendon, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Checkendon
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A photo-illustrated written report
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Surveys for landlords and agents in Checkendon
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Landlords and letting agents in Checkendon book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof, useful for planning maintenance.
How we price flat roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Height and safe access
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Anything about access we should know
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
What else we do in Checkendon
FAQs for Checkendon
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Checkendon?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Checkendon in the area you cover?
Yes, Checkendon is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the property.
What’s in the report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
We do not test for asbestos. Where a roof has materials that might contain asbestos, such as old cement sheeting, the report flags them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.