Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Godstow Landlord Roof Survey
Independent landlord roof surveys in Godstow. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
What happens if roof problems are left?
A contractor’s quote tells you what they propose to do. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first so you know what you are asking contractors to price. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Godstow, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
About our landlord roof survey in Godstow
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Godstow and the rest of London and the South East. A visit normally takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We inspect from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe including by drone where it applies. You then get a report with photographs. We survey gutters and downpipes, shared roofs and blocks of flats, and people most frequently book us about ponding or splits on flat roofs and failed flashings at walls and chimneys.
Somewhere as small as Godstow, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Godstow (OX2)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Different roofs, different checks
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Ridges, hips and verges take a lot of weather and get close attention.
Roof spaces and lofts
Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay or none at all. The report records the underlay where it’s visible.
Landlord roof surveys in Godstow: local notes
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Holywell Manor about 2.7 miles south-east, Godstow sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you run a business near Clarendon Shopping Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. For landlords with property near Oxford Parkway station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Godstow is about 3 miles south of Kidlington, in Oxfordshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Godstow. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, large and small.
Landlord roof surveys in OX2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Wolvercote (1 mile north-east), Binsey (1 mile south), Sunnymead (1 mile east), Summertown (1 mile east) and North Oxford (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (4 miles south-east), Didcot (12 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south), Witney (8 miles west) and Carterton (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Godstow
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Edward's School, Oxford Academy and St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library. The closest station to Godstow is Oxford Parkway station, about 1.9 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Radcliffe Infirmary (2.1 miles south-east) and Clarendon Shopping Centre (2.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Harcourt Hill.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Older roofs in small places like Godstow can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
FAQs for Godstow
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Oxford Parkway station?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Godstow listed or in a conservation area?
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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Godstow in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Godstow included.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
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.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Godstow?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. We survey on any day of the week.