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Sunningwell Landlord Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the let or shared roof at a property in Sunningwell from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
Why it’s worth a survey now in Sunningwell
Finding a roof defect early typically means a smaller, planned job. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings, plus urgent call-outs. In a small place like Sunningwell, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Visits on any day of the week
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
About our landlord roof survey in Sunningwell
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen including the loft and flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part giving all parties the same information. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we are given access to. Common reasons to book are ponding or splits on flat roofs and leaking joints at party walls, across rented houses, converted houses and shared roofs.
In a small place like Sunningwell, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Sunningwell (OX13)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roofs are common over blocks, extensions and garages. We look for ponding, splits, blisters and tired upstands where we can see them safely.
Roof spaces and lofts
On blocks, the roof space may be reached through a flat or a communal hatch, so it needs arranging.
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Common roof problems in Sunningwell
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Nails, battens, flashings and underlay often fail before good slates or tiles, and a survey helps show where that’s happening.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Flashings that have come away
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Leaks into upper flats
If you live near a park such as Albert Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are they insured for the work?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
FAQs for Sunningwell
Do you cover smaller places like Sunningwell?
Yes. Sunningwell is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sunningwell?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No. Our survey covers the roof, not the whole building. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Will you need to get into tenants’ homes?
Sometimes, yes. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we will need to go in, so residents need notice.
Can your report tell us who pays for the roof work?
No. The lease typically decides who is responsible and we do not give legal advice. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a report with photographs, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Sunningwell, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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 the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person one.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. Many landlords and agents survey their roofs on a rolling basis, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
Sunningwell homes and their roofs
Appleton Manor, about 3.2 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Sunningwell. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Westgate Shopping Centre, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. The streets around a church such as Church of St Leonard are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Sunningwell is about 2 miles north of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Sunningwell and the surrounding area. Sunningwell is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover for landlord roof surveys.
Surveys in OX13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Bullsmead, Dark Lane and Sunningwell Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Bayworth (1 mile north-east), Boars Hill (1 mile north), Chilswell (2 miles north), Hinksey Hill (2 miles north-east) and Kennington (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (4 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles south), Bicester (15 miles north), Witney (11 miles north-west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (14 miles east).
What’s near Sunningwell
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Albert Park, Fitzharrys School and The Flowing Well pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Sunningwell is Radley station, about 2.3 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Westgate Shopping Centre (3.6 miles north) and Abingdon Community Hospital (2.2 miles south). Not far away are Harcourt Hill and Lashford Lane Fen.