Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Sun Rising Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats around Sun Rising, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
About our landlord roof survey in Sun Rising
Who pays for roof work on a block depends on the lease. We cannot advise on what your lease says, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. That can help when owners, freeholders and agents need to agree what happens next. The report sets out what we saw, with photographs and recommendations. If you are worried about parapets and upstands in poor repair and blocked gutters over flats, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Sun Rising, 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. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Sun Rising (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Sun Rising
Will you come out to Sun Rising?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Sun Rising is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when booking.
How long does a landlord roof survey take?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with blocks and complex roofs taking longer.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Local roofs in Sun Rising
Historic houses such as Upton House, about 0.5 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Sun Rising goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Whatever the street in Sun Rising, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Sun Rising is about 6 miles north-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Surveys in Sun Rising work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Sun Rising is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Landlord roof surveys in OX15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Sun Rising Hill and Sugarswell Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Edgehill (1 mile north-east), Ratley (2 miles north-east) and Hornton (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Banbury (6 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (12 miles south), Neithrop (6 miles south-east), Grimsbury (7 miles south-east), Ruscote (6 miles south-east) and Bloxham (8 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Sun Rising
Nearby you’ll also find W. O. Bentley Memorial Foundation (3.4 miles south-east) and King John's Castle (3.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Edge Hill.
What else we do in Sun Rising
Different roofs, different checks
Roof spaces and lofts
Looking inside the roof frequently tells us more. We go into the loft where it’s safe looking for water marks and gaps.
Gutters and downpipes
Water from failed gutters often shows as damp inside. Any problems are photographed.
How the survey works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Somewhere as small as Sun Rising, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know 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 loft space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
For a price for landlord roof surveys in Sun Rising, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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How we price landlord roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sun Rising
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Sun Rising and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What this survey cannot tell you
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Sun Rising
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- File each roof report for future reference
You receive a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations ranked by urgency where relevant. It is emailed to you so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. Many landlords and agents survey their roofs on a rolling basis with gutters cleared every year.