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Landlord Roof Survey in Chalgrove
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Chalgrove and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Choked outlets and gutters
What we’re asked to look at in Chalgrove
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Defects up on the roof can go unreported for a long time, especially on taller buildings.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Flashings that have come away
- Leaks into upper flats
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
If you look after a building such as Chalgrove Community Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Landlord roof survey in Chalgrove
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format, with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier to arrange. We survey converted houses, gutters and downpipes and shared roofs, and people most often book us about standing water on a flat roof and leaking joints at party walls.
Houses in smaller places like Chalgrove can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Chalgrove (OX44)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. With lower homes, common in places like Chalgrove, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Chalgrove
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys on any day of the week
Chalgrove: your questions answered
Will you come out to Chalgrove?
Yes. Chalgrove is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chalgrove?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain doesn’t usually stop a survey. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Do you advise on who is responsible under the lease?
No. The lease normally decides who is responsible, and that’s a legal question. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs are not included, but contractors can price from it.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Tell tenants when we are coming
We don’t advise on leases or who should pay. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the let or shared roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. For a survey in Chalgrove, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Let us know about parking near the property
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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How we price landlord roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The shape of the roof and its details
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Landlord roof surveys in Chalgrove: local notes
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Adwell House, about 4 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chalgrove. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Chalgrove is about 7 miles south-west of Thame, in Oxfordshire. We cover Chalgrove and the rest of Oxfordshire. Chalgrove is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work for landlord roof surveys. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Landlord roof surveys in OX44 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include High Street, Chapel Lane and The Green, and we cover them all. You will find Chalgrove on the B480, so it’s easy for us to get to. Other places close to Chalgrove include Brightwell Baldwin (2 miles south-east), Roke (2 miles south), Britwell Salome (3 miles south-east), Pyrton (3 miles east) and Watlington (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (9 miles north-west), Didcot (8 miles south-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles west), Thame (7 miles north-east), Henley-on-Thames (12 miles south-east) and Grove (15 miles west).
Landmarks near Chalgrove
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Red Lion Public House, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Wallingford Castle (4.8 miles south) and Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum (2.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Wells Farm.
Places near Chalgrove
Also in Chalgrove
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Chalgrove
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs