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Landlord Roof Survey in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Shipton-on-Cherwell and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
Useful tips for Shipton-on-Cherwell property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Deal with urgent items first
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photographs help. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp straight away. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem usually is.
Landlord roof survey in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. We may need to get into the loft space and some or all of the flats and residents will need to be told in advance. You or your agent arrange access and we’ll say what we need as you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. We’re often asked to look into leaking joints at party walls and cracked or lifting flashings, across converted houses, gutters and downpipes and rented houses.
Some older homes in villages like Shipton-on-Cherwell are 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Shipton-on-Cherwell (OX5)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Shipton-on-Cherwell homes and their roofs
About 2.5 miles west lies Blenheim Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Shipton-on-Cherwell has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. 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 often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like The Marlborough Church of England School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of Holy Cross, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For landlords with property near Tackley station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Shipton-on-Cherwell is about 7 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We cover Shipton-on-Cherwell and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Shipton-on-Cherwell is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
We work across the OX5 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. If you are just outside Shipton-on-Cherwell, we cover Thrupp (1 mile south), Bunkers Hill (1 mile north-west), Woodstock (2 miles west), Begbroke (2 miles south) and Bladon (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Oxford (7 miles south-east), Banbury (15 miles north), Bicester (7 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south), Witney (9 miles south-west) and Carterton (14 miles south-west).
Near you in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Around Shipton-on-Cherwell, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Boat Public House, among other places. Shipton-on-Cherwell’s nearest station is Tackley station, roughly 2.3 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (2.3 miles west). Not far away are Woodsides Meadow.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Other services in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs. On timing, it normally takes an hour or two at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older roofs in small places like Shipton-on-Cherwell can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Different roofs, different checks
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
On terraces, walls rise between neighbouring roofs. Joints and flashings on these walls can fail.
Shipton-on-Cherwell: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Tackley station?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Is my home in Shipton-on-Cherwell listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 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.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes. We survey what we can access and see safely. Areas we couldn’t see are noted in the report.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.