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Landlord roof survey in Chilson, Oxfordshire
We take a careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Chilson, with photos and a written report.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
How a landlord roof survey works in Chilson
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it’s safe to see them, along with the loft space where there is safe access. Common reasons to book are chimney stacks in poor repair and blocked gutters over flats, across gutters and downpipes, converted houses and rented houses.
Somewhere as small as Chilson, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Chilson (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
Common roof problems in Chilson
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants frequently lead to a survey. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved from what’s visible.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Leaks into upper flats
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
For landlords with property near Ascott-Under-Wychwood station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Chilson homes and their roofs
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls 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. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Chilson is about 6 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Chilson is one of many places we visit across Oxfordshire. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Chilson and the places around it. Oxford is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: OX7. Local streets include Pudlicote Lane and School Lane. We also cover the places around Chilson: Shorthampton (1 mile north-east), Ascott-under-Wychwood (1 mile south-west), Ascott d'Oyley (1 mile south-west), Ascott Earl (1 mile south-west) and Chadlington (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Banbury (15 miles north-east), Witney (6 miles south), Carterton (8 miles south), Faringdon (15 miles south), Kidlington (11 miles east) and Chipping Norton (5 miles north).
What’s near Chilson
Chilson’s nearest station is Ascott-Under-Wychwood station, roughly 1.2 miles west. Open spaces near Chilson include Blenheim Farm.
What else we do in Chilson
What we look for on each type of roof
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. We give them close attention.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Parapet walls often hide gutters behind them. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a small place like Chilson, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- You or your agent arrange access to the roof space and any flats we need to enter.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it is safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The roof’s overall size
All our prices include VAT. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
- What’s prompted the survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Early surveys help avoid damage spreading between flats. In a small place like Chilson, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Questions from Chilson
Is my home in Chilson listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I let a flat near Ascott-Under-Wychwood station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later so you can plan spending. It does not include repair cost estimates but it gives contractors a clear brief.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Chilson?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you cover Chilson?
Yes. Chilson is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.