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Landlord roof survey in Marsh Gibbon, Oxfordshire
Landlord roof surveys across Marsh Gibbon, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Standing water on a flat roof
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Marsh Gibbon
Managing agents and freeholders use our reports to plan maintenance and budgets. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later based on what can be seen. It does not give repair costs but contractors can price from it. Urgent defects are flagged clearly, so you can act on them first and plan the rest over the coming years. We survey gutters and downpipes, rented houses and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are ponding or splits on flat roofs and worn ridges, hips and verges.
Some older homes in villages like Marsh Gibbon are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Marsh Gibbon (OX27)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the let or shared roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. The visit typically takes an hour or two at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Marsh Gibbon, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the let or shared roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Marsh Gibbon
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
Landlord roof surveys around Marsh Gibbon
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. The wider area around Marsh Gibbon has a long history of building, with Claydon House about 4.8 miles east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Shop and office owners around Bicester Village may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. Anyone responsible for a site like Marsh Gibbon CofE Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near Bicester North station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Marsh Gibbon is about 4 miles east of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Marsh Gibbon, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Marsh Gibbon and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Every address in OX27 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Moorhen Close, Westbury Close and Moat Lane and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Poundon (2 miles north), Charndon (2 miles north-east), Twyford (2 miles north-east), Calvert (3 miles east) and Preston Bissett (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Oxford (13 miles south-west), Bicester (4 miles west), Thame (11 miles south), Kidlington (11 miles south-west), Chinnor (15 miles south-east) and Headington Quarry (11 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Marsh Gibbon
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Plough Inn, among other places. Marsh Gibbon’s nearest station is Bicester North station, roughly 3.7 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bicester Community Hospital (4 miles west) and Bicester Village (4 miles west). Not far away are Upper Ray Meadows and Graven Hill.
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Other services in Marsh Gibbon
Surveys for landlords and agents in Marsh Gibbon
Landlords, agents and building managers in Marsh Gibbon and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
What we look for on each type of roof
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys often let water in at the flashings. We note what we can see.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily, and standing water follows. They’re checked during the survey.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The property’s address and postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
FAQs for Marsh Gibbon
How do I find out if my home in Marsh Gibbon is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Bicester North station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Marsh Gibbon?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The written report follows by email.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.