Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Frilford, Oxfordshire
Flat roof surveys across Frilford, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Water getting in at rooflights
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber
EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years, but it relies on its seams, trims and upstands being well finished. We look closely at each of those details.
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are normally where trouble starts. We check each one and photograph any that have split or pulled away.
Flat roof survey in Frilford
Ponding is often the first sign that something on a flat roof is not right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. 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. We survey mastic asphalt, upstands and outlets and single-ply membranes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are edge trims that have lifted or split and cracked or split membrane.
Somewhere as small as Frilford, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Frilford (OX13)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Frilford
Also in Frilford
Questions from Frilford
Do you cover smaller places like Frilford?
Yes. Frilford 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 as you book.
Do you cover Frilford?
Yes, Frilford is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
Asbestos testing is not part of our survey. If we see materials that could contain it, such as cement sheets on a building from before 2000, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
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.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so please call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
Local flat roofs in Frilford
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. With Appleton Manor about 2.6 miles north, Frilford sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Anyone responsible for a site like Abingdon Preparatory School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Frilford is about 3 miles west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. We cover Frilford and the rest of Oxfordshire. Frilford is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work. Oxford is in our area too.
Flat roof surveys in OX13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Oxford Road and Kingston Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Frilford: Frilford Heath (1 mile north), Marcham (1 mile east), Tubney (1 mile north), Fyfield (2 miles north-west) and Netherton (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (8 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles east), Witney (10 miles north-west), Carterton (12 miles north-west) and Wantage (6 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Frilford
In Frilford, that means homes and buildings near The White Hart Public House. A little further out are FitzHarris Castle (3.4 miles east) and Abingdon Community Hospital (2.6 miles east). Open spaces near Frilford include Hitchcopse Pit and Cumnor Hill.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A small split in a flat roof is typically a modest job when it’s found early. Left alone, water can soak the insulation and the deck, and the job grows. A survey now shows which you are dealing with. In a place like Frilford, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- 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 the findings.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Frilford, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.