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Flat Roof Survey in Moulsford
Independent flat roof surveys in Moulsford. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
Questions from Moulsford
Is my home in Moulsford listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Moulsford?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Moulsford as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access as you book.
What happens next?
The report arrives by email. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks typically begin, recording anything that could let water through. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Do you go up onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and we note any area we couldn’t see. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
We don’t give a fixed number of years, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
About our flat roof survey in Moulsford
Buying a home with a flat-roofed extension, dormer or garage? It helps to know that roof’s condition before you exchange. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. Our report records the covering, how it is holding up and any defects we can see, with photos of each. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. If you are worried about outlets choked with leaves and silt and cracked or split membrane, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Moulsford are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Moulsford (OX10)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Moulsford
Waiting for a stain inside means the water has already got through the layers. We can pick up worn covering and failing details sooner, while there’s still time to plan the work. Older cottages and farmhouses around Moulsford can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What we look for on each type of roof
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
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.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- When you need the report by
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What kind of property and roof it is
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
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The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the flat roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Older roofs in small places like Moulsford can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk 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
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Common roof problems in Moulsford
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Standing water left after rain
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Water getting in at rooflights
If you let a flat or house near Cholsey station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Useful tips for Moulsford property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it makes changes easy to spot at the next survey.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
Local flat roofs in Moulsford
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 lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. Historic houses such as Basildon Park, about 3.9 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Moulsford goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take a building like Cranford House School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Take an older house close to Church of St John the Baptist: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Moulsford is about 6 miles south-east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We carry out flat roof surveys in Moulsford for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Moulsford is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
All of OX10 is within our area for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on The Street, Glebe Close and Willow Court Lane and the roads around them. If you are just outside Moulsford, we cover South Stoke (1 mile east), Cholsey (1 mile north), North Stoke (2 miles north-east), Streatley (2 miles south) and Goring (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (14 miles north), Didcot (6 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles north-west), Thame (15 miles north-east), Wantage (12 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (11 miles east).
Landmarks near Moulsford
Around Moulsford, our work takes us to homes and buildings near South Stoke Primary School and The Perch and Pike pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Cholsey station, roughly 1.3 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Wallingford Castle (3.7 miles north). The countryside around Moulsford includes Withymead Nature Reserve and Churn Hill.