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Landlord Roof Survey in Shipton-under-Wychwood
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shipton-under-Wychwood. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Landlord roof surveys for Shipton-under-Wychwood homes and businesses
How it works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Shipton-under-Wychwood can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Landlord roof survey in Shipton-under-Wychwood
A landlord roof survey shows you the state of a roof in a report you can plan around. We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders, as well as residents’ and RTM management companies. The report covers defects, photos and recommendations set out by urgency where relevant. The survey covers the roof, not the whole building. We are frequently asked to look into leaking joints at party walls and chimney stacks in poor repair, on flat roofs on blocks, gutters and downpipes and blocks of flats.
In a small place like Shipton-under-Wychwood, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Shipton-under-Wychwood (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Shipton-under-Wychwood
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Landlord roof surveys around Shipton-under-Wychwood
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Minster Lovell Hall, about 5 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Shipton-under-Wychwood. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For landlords with property near Shipton station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Anyone responsible for a site like Wychwood Church of England Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Shipton-under-Wychwood is about 6 miles north of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Shipton-under-Wychwood across London and South East England. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Shipton-under-Wychwood and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Here we cover the OX7 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Whether your property is on High Street, Station Road and Magpie Alley or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Ascott Earl (1 mile east), Ascott-under-Wychwood (1 mile east), Lyneham (2 miles north), Ascott d'Oyley (2 miles east) and Chilson (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Witney (7 miles south-east), Carterton (6 miles south), Faringdon (14 miles south), Kidlington (14 miles east), Chipping Norton (6 miles north) and Woodstock (11 miles east).
Near you in Shipton-under-Wychwood
We work in homes and buildings around The Wychwood Inn. For rail, the closest station is Shipton station, roughly 0.5 miles north-east.
What happens if roof problems are left?
On a shared roof, disagreements are easier to settle with a clear record. Without a survey, it is one opinion against another. Outbuildings and barns around Shipton-under-Wychwood are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Shipton-under-Wychwood
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Shipton-under-Wychwood: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Shipton station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Shipton-under-Wychwood?
Yes, Shipton-under-Wychwood is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We inspect the parts we are given access to, as far as they can safely be seen. Areas we couldn’t see are noted as well as what could.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report is sent afterwards by email.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Arrange flat access ahead of time
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Deal with urgent items first
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person one.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year and include any valley or parapet gutters. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Height and safe access
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: 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.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- The property’s address and postcode
- When you need the report by
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.