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Sibford Gower Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Sibford Gower, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Damaged pots and flaunching
Landlord roof survey in Sibford Gower
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason with photographs and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey blocks of flats, flat roofs on blocks and converted houses, and people most frequently book us about cracked or leaning shared chimneys and splits and blisters in flat roof coverings.
In a small place like Sibford Gower, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Sibford Gower (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord roof surveys in Sibford Gower: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. About 4 miles east lies Broughton Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Sibford Gower has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as Sibford Gower Endowed Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Sibford Gower is about 6 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Sibford Gower is one of many places we visit across Oxfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Sibford Gower. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Every address in OX15 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Main Street, Colony Road and Pound Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Burdrop (1 mile east), Sibford Ferris (1 mile south-east), Swalcliffe (2 miles east), Epwell (2 miles north) and Shutford (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Banbury (6 miles east), Chipping Norton (7 miles south), Neithrop (5 miles east), Grimsbury (7 miles east), Ruscote (5 miles east) and Woodstock (14 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Sibford Gower
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sibford School. Nearby you will also find Broughton Castle (4 miles east). Not far away are Castle Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
What we look for on each type of roof
Party-wall upstands and parapets
We inspect the parts of a shared roof we can access and note what couldn’t be seen.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Ridges, hips and verges take a lot of weather, so we check them closely.
Towns and villages near Sibford Gower
Also in Sibford Gower
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
When to book a survey in Sibford Gower
Shared roofs can fall between owners. Everyone may think someone else is responsible and work gets delayed. An independent report helps everyone see the facts.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
Take an older house close to Church of Holy Trinity: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the survey won’t cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
What affects the price in Sibford Gower
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Common questions in Sibford Gower
Is Sibford Gower in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Sibford Gower is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Is my home in Sibford Gower listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
What access do you need for a block roof survey?
It depends on the building. Frequently we need the loft and certain flats, and you or your agent arrange access. We’ll confirm what we need as you book.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No, it focuses on the roof. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey, and it’s not a structural engineer’s report.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
How much time does the visit need?
It normally takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photographs, emailed to you. On timing, it typically takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Sibford Gower 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.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks