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Landlord roof survey in Dry Sandford, Oxfordshire
Get a clear view of the let or shared roof at a property in Dry Sandford from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
Landlord roof survey in Dry Sandford
Who pays for roof work on a block depends on the lease. We do not give legal advice on leases, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. That can help when owners, freeholders and agents need to agree what happens next. The report sets out what we saw, with photos and recommendations. We survey blocks of flats, shared roofs and flat roofs on blocks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are choked outlets and gutters and failed flashings at walls and chimneys.
Somewhere as small as Dry Sandford, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. 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 frequently need the most attention.
The report records the let or shared roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Dry Sandford (OX13)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Dry Sandford
A single building may have pitched roofs, flat roofs and rear additions. Each wears differently and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
The streets around a church such as Church of St Helen are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What experience they bring
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Places near Dry Sandford
What else we do in Dry Sandford
Why get it checked now?
Finding a roof defect early usually means a smaller, planned job. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings, plus urgent call-outs. Around Dry Sandford, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What you get with us
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ surveys completed
See our cost guide or our case studies.
Roof by roof
Party-wall upstands and parapets
We inspect the parts of a shared roof we can access and note what couldn’t be seen.
Roof spaces and lofts
The loft space shows a lot about a roof’s condition. We go into the loft where it’s safe looking for water marks and gaps.
Dry Sandford homes and their roofs
About 1.7 miles north-west lies Appleton Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Dry Sandford has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, 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. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East frequently 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.
For landlords with property near Radley station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Dry Sandford Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Dry Sandford is about 2 miles north-west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Roofs in Dry Sandford get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Oxfordshire. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire.
We survey roofs across OX13 for landlord roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Cothill (1 mile south-west), Shippon (2 miles south-east), Frilford Heath (2 miles south-west), Tubney (2 miles south-west) and Marcham (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (5 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles south-east), Witney (9 miles north-west), Carterton (12 miles west), Thame (15 miles east) and Wantage (9 miles south-west).
Near you in Dry Sandford
In Dry Sandford, that means homes and buildings near Merry Miller pub and Larkmead School. The closest station to Dry Sandford is Radley station, roughly 3.8 miles east. Well-known places in the area include FitzHarris Castle (2.5 miles south-east) and Abingdon Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Dry Sandford include Parsonage Moor and Cumnor Hill.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Dry Sandford
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Dry Sandford and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Common questions in Dry Sandford
Do you cover smaller places like Dry Sandford?
Yes, Dry Sandford is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
I let a flat near Radley station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Dry Sandford
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The roof’s overall size
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What made you get in touch
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey typically takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In a hamlet or village like Dry Sandford, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- You or your agent arrange access to the loft space and any flats we need to enter.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.