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Landlord Roof Survey in Eynsham
Landlord roof surveys in Eynsham, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
How a landlord roof survey works in Eynsham
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft space. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included when they’re in the agreed scope. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can safely be seen and the loft where access is safe. Common reasons to book are leaks into upper flats and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, across rented houses, gutters and downpipes and converted houses.
Around Eynsham, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls, and moss holds water against tiles. It’s the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from the ground.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Eynsham (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Eynsham
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Hanborough station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Will you come out to Eynsham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You’ll then get the report by email.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Eynsham?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
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.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We look at everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Parking around Eynsham is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Eynsham
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 often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. About 4.1 miles north lies Blenheim Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Eynsham 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.
Take a building like Bartholomew School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. The streets around a church like Church of St Leonard are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For landlords with property near Hanborough station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Eynsham is about 5 miles east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Eynsham is one of many places we visit across Oxfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Eynsham and the places around it. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Every address in OX29 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on High Street, Station Road and Back Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Eynsham include Swinford (1 mile south-east), Cassington (2 miles north-east), Farmoor (2 miles south-east), Sutton (2 miles south-west) and Filchampstead (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (7 miles east), Didcot (13 miles south-east), Bicester (13 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles south-east), Witney (5 miles west) and Carterton (9 miles west).
Local landmarks in Eynsham
Around Eynsham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Jolly Sportsman Public House And Attached Outbuildings and Eynsham Community Primary School and the streets around them. Eynsham’s nearest station is Hanborough station, roughly 2.9 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Radcliffe Infirmary (5.1 miles east) and Oxford Bus Museum (3 miles north). Open spaces near Eynsham include Cumnor Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
Useful tips for Eynsham property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photographs help. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. Many landlords and agents survey their roofs on a rolling basis with gutters cleared every year.
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Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof.
Why it is worth a survey now in Eynsham
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Spotting roof defects early helps protect the whole building. On a bungalow or cottage around Eynsham, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book us in Eynsham
- Package prices that include VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 20+ years’ experience
What we look for on each type of roof
Gutters and downpipes
Water from failed gutters often shows as damp inside. We record what we see.
Roof spaces and lofts
Underlay on older roofs can be felt, or missing. The report records the underlay where it’s visible.