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Flat roof survey in Donnington, Oxfordshire
Flat roof surveys across Donnington, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- A sagging deck under the covering
Flat roof survey in Donnington: what you get
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. If you’ve noticed damaged trims at the roof edge and splits and cracks in the covering, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Donnington, some flat roofs sit in the open, where wind can catch loose edges and trims. Sun on a flat roof also ages felt and bitumen. The signs are splits, blisters and edges coming away, along with water that sits after rain. Standing water that lingers for days after rain is another sign worth watching for.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Donnington (OX4, OX1)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Donnington?
Flat roofs take the full force of the weather on a surface that drains slowly. In time, the covering dries out, cracks and loosens at its edges and laps. People typically call us when a leak appears, before a purchase, or when the roof may be near the end of its life.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Leaks around rooflights
For an older house near a landmark like St Alban the Martyr, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the survey won’t cover
- What experience they bring
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
FAQs for Donnington
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Donnington?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a 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.
Do you cover commercial flat roofs around Donnington?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for the building, and roof access is agreed with you ahead of the visit.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
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What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Donnington, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there is access.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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What we cannot see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
Leave it or get it looked at?
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. It normally points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. With lower homes, common in places like Donnington, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
For a price for your roof in Donnington, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Donnington
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- An independent look at the roof
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Local flat roofs in Donnington
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. Holywell Manor, about 1.4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Donnington. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take a building like Larkrise Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Donnington means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Donnington is about 1 mile south of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Donnington across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Flat roof surveys in OX4 and OX1 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets like Meadow Lane, Arnold Road and Iffley Road. Being close to the A4158, Donnington is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Iffley (1 mile south-east), New Hinksey (1 mile west), Cowley (1 mile south-east), Oxford (1 mile north) and Redbridge (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Didcot (9 miles south), Bicester (12 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (5 miles south-west), Witney (12 miles west), Thame (11 miles east) and Wantage (13 miles south-west).
Near you in Donnington
We work in homes and buildings around Greyfriars Catholic School, Magdalen Arms and South Park and the streets around them. Also close by are Alexander Library of Ornithology (1.1 miles north-west) and Emmanuel Christian School (1.3 miles south). The nearest railway station is Oxford station, about 1.9 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Warneford Hospital (1 mile north-east) and British Tattoo History Museum (0.5 miles north-east). For a walk, there is CS Lewis Nature Reserve and Headington Hill.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Donnington
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.