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Landlord Roof Survey in Enslow
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats around Enslow, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Landlord roof survey in Enslow: what you get
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. Surveys are carried out on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier to arrange. We survey converted houses, blocks of flats and shared roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are flashings that have come away and parapets and upstands in poor repair.
Older buildings in small places like Enslow may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
If any part of the let or shared roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Enslow (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Enslow
Keeping a dated survey on file helps with future planning. Repeat surveys let you see how the roof is changing which helps with rolling maintenance. Older and listed buildings around Enslow may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Surveys seven days a week
- PI and public liability insurance
- Over 20 years’ experience
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
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What happens on the day
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take an hour or two at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Enslow, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- You or your agent arrange access to the loft space and any flats we need to enter.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can be seen safely, including from inside where possible.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Helping us price your survey
We will usually ask about:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The address and postcode of the property
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Common questions in Enslow
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Enslow?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you come out to Enslow?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
What does a block roof survey cost?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The building’s size, roofs and access all affect the price. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey seven days a week.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No, we do not advise on leases, so ask your managing agent or a solicitor. Our job is to report on the roof itself.
Roof by roof
Roof spaces and lofts
The roof space shows a lot about a roof’s condition. We check it where there’s safe access looking for water marks and gaps.
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected where they can be seen.
Useful tips for Enslow property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Deal with urgent items first
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- File each roof report for future reference
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Left alone, minor faults normally get worse.
Landlord roof surveys in Enslow: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. The wider area around Enslow has a long history of building, with Blenheim Palace about 3 miles south-west. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Tackley station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take a building like Bletchingdon Parochial Church of England Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of Holy Cross, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Enslow is about 7 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Enslow, we can come and survey your property. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Enslow. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Surveys in OX5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Station Road, Lince Lane and Ingleby Paddocks, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Bletchingdon (1 mile east), Kirtlington (1 mile north-east), Hampton Poyle (2 miles south-east), Kidlington (3 miles south) and Weston-on-the-Green (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (8 miles south), Banbury (14 miles north), Bicester (7 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south), Witney (10 miles south-west) and Carterton (14 miles south-west).
Around Enslow
Around Enslow, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Marlborough Church of England School and Rock Of Gibraltar Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Tackley station, about 1.5 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (2.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Woodsides Meadow.