Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Towersey Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys in Towersey from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- A sagging deck under the covering
About our flat roof survey in Towersey
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. If you’re worried about failed upstands where the roof meets a wall and splits, cracks and crazing, we can find out what’s behind it, on felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass alike.
In a small place like Towersey, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Towersey (OX9)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Towersey, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Booking a survey
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What else we do in Towersey
What a flat roof survey looks like in Towersey
Historic houses such as Adwell House, about 4.2 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Towersey goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For landlords with property near Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Lord Williams's School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Towersey is about 1 mile east of Thame, in Oxfordshire. If you’re in Towersey, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Towersey and the places around it. There is also a page for Oxford.
Flat roof surveys in OX9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Lower Green, Thame Road and Windmill Close or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Towersey, we cover Kingsey (1 mile north-east), Thame (1 mile west), Emmington (2 miles south), Haddenham (2 miles north) and Sydenham (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (13 miles west), Bicester (14 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (15 miles south), Benson (11 miles south-west) and Chinnor (3 miles south).
Around Towersey
The nearest railway station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, roughly 2 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Dinton Castle (4.3 miles north-east) and Thame Community Hospital (1.4 miles west). Not far away are Snakemoor.
What we are asked to look at in Towersey
Flat roofs swing between hot and cold more than most parts of a building. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, and in time it can open up splits and cracks. Older coverings that have lost their flexibility are the most likely to suffer.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Standing water left after rain
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Loose or cracked edge trims
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Catherine, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Towersey
Landlords and letting agents in Towersey book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Towersey
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- When you need the report by
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Anything about access we should know
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Towersey
A leak over an office, shop or unit can affect the people and stock underneath. A planned survey lets you budget for work rather than deal with an emergency around the people who use the building. Older and listed buildings around Towersey may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why book us in Towersey
- Every finding written up with photos
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent look at the roof
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Common questions in Towersey
Is Towersey in the area you cover?
Yes, Towersey is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Is Towersey within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when booking.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Standing water a day or two after rain typically needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.