Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Jericho Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Jericho. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Standing water left after rain
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
How a flat roof survey works in Jericho
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. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. Common reasons to book are water getting in at rooflights and upstands pulling away from walls, across felt flat roofs, GRP fibreglass and upstands and outlets.
Flat roofs in smaller places like Jericho can be more exposed, especially where nothing shelters them, so wind catches loose edges and trims. Sun on a flat roof also ages felt and bitumen. Splits, blisters and lifting edges are what to look out for. Standing water that lingers for days after rain is another sign worth watching for.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Jericho (OX1, OX2)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass
A GRP fibreglass roof is a hard, resin-bonded surface over a timber deck. We look for cracks at board joints, around trims and at upstands.
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights, lanterns and upstands are where many flat roof leaks begin. We check how the covering is finished around each rooflight and upstand.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Homes around Jericho frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- You tell us 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.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Jericho
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Jericho and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
Once we have been, the findings are written up with photos. It explains the covering, its condition and every defect, and what we recommend. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Jericho questions
Is Jericho within the area you cover?
Yes, Jericho is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is my home in Jericho listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
We do not carry out asbestos surveys. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos, for example in cement roof sheets. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it is disturbed.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when you book.
What happens next?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Flat roofs in Jericho
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. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Jericho has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use.
The streets around a church such as St Barnabas Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. For site and facilities teams at buildings like St Barnabas' Church of England Aided Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. For hotels and guest houses around Jericho, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest.
Jericho is about 2 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Jericho and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Jericho and the places around it.
We survey roofs across the OX1 and OX2 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Abbey Road, Combe Road and Pusey Lane, all of which we cover. Jericho is on the A4144, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Jericho include Walton Manor (1 mile north), St John Street area (1 mile south-east), Park Town (1 mile north-east), Norham Manor (1 mile north-east) and Osney (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (10 miles south), Bicester (11 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (13 miles east).
Around Jericho
We work in homes and buildings around Oxford University Parks, The Rickety Press pub and The Eckersley School of English and the streets around them. You will also find Oxford Academy (1.1 miles north) and Somerville College Library (under half a mile east). Jericho’s nearest station is Oxford station, about 0.5 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Oxford University Press Museum (under half a mile south-east) and Clarendon Shopping Centre (0.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Harcourt Hill.