Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Kingham
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Kingham and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Splits and cracks in the covering
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: 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. It usually takes about one to two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older roofs in small places like Kingham can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Kingham
Water through a flat roof doesn’t always come in where the stain is. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. That’s why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. If you’re worried about blisters and bubbles in the covering and dips that suggest the deck is deflecting, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Kingham are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- Kingham (OX7)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Kingham
We confirm the price for the job before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. We check seams, corners and the joints around outlets and upstands.
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.
What a flat roof survey does not cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
Nearby places to Kingham
Other services in Kingham
What a flat roof survey looks like in Kingham
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Historic houses such as Chastleton House, about 3.3 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Kingham goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Kingham station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Andrew, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Kingham is about 10 miles north of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Kingham and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Kingham is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford.
All of OX7 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, Cozens Lane and Orchard Way and the roads around them. Main roads around Kingham include the B4450. If you’re just outside Kingham, we cover Bledington (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Witney (10 miles south-east), Carterton (10 miles south), Chipping Norton (4 miles north-east), Neithrop (15 miles north-east), Ruscote (15 miles north-east) and Woodstock (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Kingham
We work in homes and buildings around The Wild Rabbit pub, among other places. The closest station to Kingham is Kingham station, about 0.7 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chipping Norton Museum (3.9 miles north-east) and Moore Cottage Hospital (5.8 miles west).
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Kingham
Water that does not drain sits on the roof and speeds up wear. Blocked outlets, poor falls and a sagging deck are the usual causes. Where trees are close by, leaves and silt can block an outlet within a single autumn.
Look out for signs like these:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Leaks around rooflights
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Kingham Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before booking anyone
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their report turnaround times
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Common questions in Kingham
Will you come out to Kingham?
Yes. Kingham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Kingham is listed?
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.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. If you don’t know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.