Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Boars Hill
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Boars Hill and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Leaks into upper flats
Landlord roof survey in Boars Hill
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We look at the roof from every safe vantage point, including from the roof space and the flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos giving all parties the same information. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. Typical surveys look at mortar falling from ridges and verges and splits and blisters in flat roof coverings, on flat roofs on blocks, blocks of flats and rented houses.
In a small place like Boars Hill, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Boars Hill (OX1)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Boars Hill
Is Boars Hill within the area you cover?
Yes. Boars Hill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can a landlord with a rental near Oxford station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain does not normally stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Local roofs in Boars Hill
About 2.9 miles west lies Appleton Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Boars Hill has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
For landlords with property near Oxford station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. For businesses in and around places like Westgate Shopping Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Peter, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Boars Hill is about 3 miles north of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Roofs in Boars Hill get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Oxfordshire. Boars Hill is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work.
All of OX1 is covered for landlord roof surveys. Local streets include Berkeley Road, Jarn Way and Bedwells Heath, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Boars Hill, we cover Bayworth (1 mile south-east), Chilswell (1 mile north), Sunningwell (1 mile south), Hinksey Hill (1 mile north-east) and Harcourt Hill (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Oxford (4 miles north-east), Didcot (8 miles south), Bicester (14 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles south), Witney (10 miles north-west) and Carterton (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Boars Hill
Typical jobs here are in homes near Raleigh Park, The Fox pub and Matthew Arnold School. For rail, the closest station is Oxford station, roughly 2.8 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find The Story Museum (2.8 miles north-east) and Westgate Shopping Centre (2.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Boars Hill includes Lashford Lane Fen and Harcourt Hill.
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Why get it checked now?
Keeping a dated survey on file helps with future planning. Surveying again later shows what has changed which helps with rolling maintenance. Older cottages and farmhouses around Boars Hill can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Boars Hill
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Older rural homes like those around Boars Hill can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Shared chimney stacks
Many terraces and conversions have shared stacks. Pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at from safe vantage points.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets often clog leaving water standing. We check them as part of the survey.
Honest limits
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Responsibility under a lease
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Boars Hill
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to let us know when you get in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.