Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Upper Arncott Flat Roof Survey
We carry out flat roof surveys in Upper Arncott and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Standing water left after rain
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Water getting in at rooflights
Flat roof survey in Upper Arncott
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. If you’re worried about loose or cracked edge trims and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall, we can find out what’s behind it, on upstands and outlets, single-ply membranes and GRP fibreglass alike.
In a village or hamlet like Upper Arncott, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Upper Arncott (OX25)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for flat roof surveys in Upper Arncott
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- When you need the report by
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Upper Arncott
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently 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. The wider area around Upper Arncott has a long history of building, with Boarstall Tower about 2 miles south-east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Bicester Village station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Bicester Village, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Upper Arncott is about 4 miles south-east of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We visit Upper Arncott as part of our work across Oxfordshire, for homes and businesses alike. Upper Arncott is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Surveys in OX25 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Hopcraft Close, Murcott Road and Teale Close. We also cover the places around Upper Arncott: Lower Arncott (1 mile north), Ambrosden (1 mile north), Murcott (2 miles south-west), Merton (2 miles west) and Fencott (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (8 miles south-west), Bicester (4 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles south-west), Thame (9 miles south-east), Kidlington (8 miles west) and Chinnor (14 miles south-east).
Near you in Upper Arncott
We work in homes and buildings around The Plough pub, among other places. Upper Arncott’s nearest station is Bicester Village station, roughly 3.3 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Bicester Community Hospital (3.7 miles north-west) and Bicester Village (3.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Otmoor RSPB reserve and Graven Hill.
Places near Upper Arncott
Also in Upper Arncott
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Rural addresses near Upper Arncott can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s 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.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Related advice
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
FAQs for Upper Arncott
Do you carry out roof surveys in Upper Arncott?
Yes, Upper Arncott is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Upper Arncott within the area you cover?
Yes, Upper Arncott is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
There is no honest way to give an exact number of years. Typical ranges are around 15 to 20 years for felt, 30 to 50 for EPDM and up to about 30 for GRP, but the report tells you how your roof is really doing.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Upper Arncott?
To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How quickly is the report sent?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. Most frequently it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and each wet season wears the covering further. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Older cottages and farmhouses around Upper Arncott 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.
For a price for your roof in Upper Arncott, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.