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Landlord roof survey in Cothill, Oxfordshire
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Cothill. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Leaking joints at party walls
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Landlord roof survey in Cothill
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Cothill and the rest of London and South East England. A visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it is safe including by drone where applicable. You then get a written report with photos. We survey blocks of flats, gutters and downpipes and shared roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are loose ridge or hip tiles and missing or loose roof coverings.
In a village or hamlet like Cothill, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Where
- Cothill (OX13)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Useful tips for Cothill property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Do not wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Give residents notice before a survey
We do not advise on leases or who should pay. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem typically is.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Finding a roof defect early usually means a smaller, planned job. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings, plus urgent call-outs. Older and listed buildings around Cothill may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Cothill
- 20+ years’ experience
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Cothill, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can safely be seen, including from inside where possible.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Cothill: your questions answered
Is Cothill within the area you cover?
Yes, Cothill is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Radley station?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
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 experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. Where a neighbouring roof is not part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points and we’ll say so.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Cothill?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before you book, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Landlord roof surveys around Cothill
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. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. The wider area around Cothill has a long history of building, with Appleton Manor about 1.8 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, 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 Radley station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Helen, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Take a building like Dry Sandford Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Cothill is about 2 miles north-west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Cothill and the rest of Oxfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small. There is also a page for Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: OX13. Other places close to Cothill include Dry Sandford (1 mile north-east), Shippon (1 mile south-east), Frilford Heath (1 mile south-west), Tubney (2 miles west) and Marcham (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (6 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles south-east), Witney (10 miles north-west), Carterton (12 miles north-west), Wantage (8 miles south-west) and Grove (7 miles south-west).
What’s near Cothill
Typical jobs here are in homes near Merry Miller pub and Larkmead School and the streets around them. The closest station to Cothill is Radley station, about 3.9 miles east. A little further out are Abingdon Community Hospital (2 miles south-east) and FitzHarris Castle (2.4 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Cumnor Hill and Dry Sandford Pit.
What we cannot see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Basic, Standard or Premium
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.