Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Letcombe Bassett Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings across Letcombe Bassett, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Standing water left after rain
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Letcombe Bassett
The details are frequently where a flat roof lets go first. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Around Letcombe Bassett, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Their report turnaround times
How a flat roof survey works in Letcombe Bassett
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. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. We are often asked to look into blocked or damaged outlets and gaps at upstands and abutments, on single-ply membranes, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber.
Somewhere as small as Letcombe Bassett, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Letcombe Bassett (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roofs in Letcombe Bassett
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have 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. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Take an older house close to Church of St Michael: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Letcombe Bassett is about 3 miles south-west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in Letcombe Bassett, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, large and small. There is also a page for Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: OX12. Whether your property is on Gramp's Hill, Forsters Lane and Bassett Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Letcombe Regis (1 mile north-east), Childrey (2 miles north-west), East Challow (2 miles north), West Challow (2 miles north) and Wantage (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Didcot (10 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north-east), Carterton (15 miles north), Grove (3 miles north-east), Faringdon (8 miles north-west) and Wallingford (14 miles east).
What’s near Letcombe Bassett
Open spaces near Letcombe Bassett include Chain Hill and Letcombe Valley.
Towns and villages near Letcombe Bassett
What else we do in Letcombe Bassett
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. 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.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Older rural homes like those around Letcombe Bassett can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Waiting for a stain inside means the water has already got through the layers. We can pick up worn covering and failing details sooner, so you can plan the work rather than react to it. Outbuildings and barns around Letcombe Bassett are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
For a price for your roof in Letcombe Bassett, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A report with photographs
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of what we found. 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.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
FAQs for Letcombe Bassett
How do I find out if my home in Letcombe Bassett is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover Letcombe Bassett?
Yes, Letcombe Bassett is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. Our survey covers the flat roof only. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. It frequently sits alongside a buyer’s building survey.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
A precise figure isn’t something we give, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Roof by roof
Single-ply membranes
Many offices, units and newer flats have a single-ply PVC or TPO roof. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
Felt and built-up roofs
Built-up felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings on extensions, garages and dormers. The survey checks for blisters, cracks, open laps and bare patches where the surfacing has worn.