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Shenington Flat Roof Survey
We carry out flat roof surveys in Shenington and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Cracked or split membrane
Common questions in Shenington
Is my home in Shenington listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Shenington?
Yes, Shenington is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, 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. Access is agreed with you as you book.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks normally begin, recording anything that could let water through. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
Where it is safe, the roof is inspected from the roof itself. Otherwise we use windows, vantage points and the spaces below, and we note any area we couldn’t see. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water on a flat roof deserves a closer look. It often means a blocked outlet, poor falls or a dipping deck, and it wears the covering faster. We record where it sits and the likely cause.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shenington
A flat roof leak frequently travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That’s why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, with photographs of anything that could be letting water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. We are often asked to look into water getting in at rooflights and gaps at upstands and abutments, across felt flat roofs, upstands and outlets and single-ply membranes.
Somewhere as small as Shenington, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Shenington (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years, but it relies on its seams, trims and upstands being well finished. Those details are where we focus.
Rooflights and upstands
Where a flat roof meets a wall, the upstand has to stay sealed as the building moves. We look for splits, gaps and failed flashings over the top.
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
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How the survey works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. For a village or hamlet like Shenington, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- 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.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Why it’s worth a survey now in Shenington
On a commercial building, a flat roof leak can disrupt tenants, staff and stock. Surveying the roof in good time means work can be planned and budgeted around the people who use the building. Older cottages and farmhouses around Shenington can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
For a price for your roof in Shenington, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Shenington
- A photo-illustrated written report
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Flat roof surveys in Shenington: local notes
With Upton House about 1.9 miles north, Shenington sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Anyone responsible for a site like Shenington Church of England Primary School will know that 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 Holy Trinity: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Shenington is about 5 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Shenington and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Shenington is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
We work across OX15 for flat roof surveys. Local streets include Rattlecombe Road, The Level and Mill Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover Alkerton (1 mile east), Balscote (1 mile south-east), Epwell (2 miles south-west), Shutford (2 miles south-east) and Swalcliffe (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Banbury (5 miles east), Chipping Norton (10 miles south), Neithrop (4 miles east), Grimsbury (6 miles east), Ruscote (4 miles east) and Bloxham (6 miles south-east).
Around Shenington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bell Inn and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Broughton Castle (4.1 miles south-east) and Horton General Hospital (5.6 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Edge Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Shenington
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.