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Landlord roof survey in Denton, Oxfordshire
Find out what’s going on with the let or shared roof before you spend money on it. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Denton.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Choked outlets and gutters
About our landlord roof survey in Denton
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 over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too where they’re part of the brief. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it is safe to see them and the loft where access is safe. We survey shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and rented houses, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaks into upper flats and gutters overflowing onto walls.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Denton (OX44)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
Towns and villages near Denton
What else we do in Denton
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem normally is.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Keeping a dated survey on file helps with future planning. Surveying again later shows what has changed which helps with rolling maintenance. In a small place like Denton, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys seven days a week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
Shared chimney stacks
Many terraces and conversions have shared stacks. We check pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings as far as can be seen.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Denton
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Radley station?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building.
How do I find out if my home in Denton is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
What does a roof survey cost?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Denton
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Garsington Manor, about 0.9 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Denton. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you run a business near Templars Square, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. The streets around a church like Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Take a building like Garsington Church of England Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Denton is about 5 miles south-east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We provide landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Denton. Denton is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover for landlord roof surveys.
We cover every part of OX44 for landlord roof surveys. You will find streets such as Denton Hill and Denton Lane, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Denton, we cover Cuddesdon (1 mile north-east), Blenheim (1 mile west), Garsington (1 mile west), Little Milton (2 miles south-east) and Wheatley (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Oxford (5 miles north-west), Didcot (9 miles south-west), Bicester (13 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south-west), Thame (7 miles east) and Wantage (15 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Denton
We work in homes and buildings around Wheatley Park School, The Manor Bar and Library Farmhouse. The closest station to Denton is Radley station, about 4.9 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Templars Square (3.5 miles west) and Waterperry Gardens Rural Museum (3.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Denton include Shotover and Wells Farm.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In a small place like Denton, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you ahead of time.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it is safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.