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Flat roof survey in Nuneham Courtenay, Oxfordshire
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out flat roof surveys in Nuneham Courtenay, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Raised blisters across the surface
Flat roof survey in Nuneham Courtenay
Each flat roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints we have: from the roof itself where that is safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there’s access. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. If part of the roof cannot be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so you know exactly what was covered. We survey mastic asphalt, felt flat roofs and GRP fibreglass, and people most often book us about leaks around rooflights and raised blisters across the surface.
In a small place like Nuneham Courtenay, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Nuneham Courtenay (OX44)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
Mastic asphalt
Older asphalt can become brittle and crack as the roof moves. The report shows where it is cracking and how far it seems to extend.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Nuneham Courtenay
Letting agents and landlords in Nuneham Courtenay book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the flat roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Local flat roofs in Nuneham Courtenay
The wider area around Nuneham Courtenay has a long history of building, with Clifton Hampden Manor about 2.3 miles south. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If you own a rental within reach of Radley station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If you run a business near Templars Square, a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Nuneham Courtenay is about 4 miles east of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. If you are in Nuneham Courtenay, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Nuneham Courtenay.
We work across OX44 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. We also cover Radley (2 miles west), Clifton Hampden (2 miles south), Long Wittenham (3 miles south), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles west) and Culham (4 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (4 miles north), Didcot (6 miles south), Bicester (15 miles north), Witney (14 miles north-west), Thame (11 miles east) and Wantage (12 miles south-west).
Around Nuneham Courtenay
In Nuneham Courtenay, that means homes and buildings near The Oxford Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Nuneham Courtenay is Radley station, about 1.7 miles west. Well-known places in the area include FitzHarris Castle (3.7 miles west) and Littlemore Hospital (2.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Shotover and Wells Farm.
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What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. Most often it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. In a place like Nuneham Courtenay, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Nuneham Courtenay, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
FAQs for Nuneham Courtenay
Do you carry out roof surveys in Nuneham Courtenay?
Yes, Nuneham Courtenay is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Nuneham Courtenay?
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.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Do you go up onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. Otherwise we use windows, vantage points and the spaces below, and we note any area we couldn’t see. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.