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Landlord Roof Survey in Sunnymead
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Sunnymead and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
Landlord roof survey in Sunnymead
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We look at the roof from every safe vantage point, including from the roof space and the flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part, so everyone works from the same facts. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we’re allowed to reach. We are frequently asked to look into cracked or leaning shared chimneys and gaps where tiles or slates have slipped, across shared roofs, rented houses and converted houses.
Houses in smaller places like Sunnymead can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Sunnymead (OX2)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Where a roof is shared with neighbours, we can only inspect what we are given access to and note what couldn’t be seen.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
The edges and top of a pitched roof are exposed and get close attention.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Sunnymead
About 2.1 miles south lies Holywell Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Sunnymead has been built on. 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. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For an older house near a landmark such as Roman Catholic Church of St Gregory and St Augustine, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you own a rental within reach of Oxford Parkway station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you live near a park such as Oxford University Parks, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Sunnymead is about 3 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We visit Sunnymead as part of our work across Oxfordshire, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small.
Landlord roof surveys in OX2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Wren Road, Scott Road and Wyatt Road. Main roads around Sunnymead include the A4165. Close by, we survey roofs in Cutteslowe (1 mile north), Summertown (1 mile south), North Oxford (1 mile south), Wolvercote (1 mile west) and Park Town (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Oxford (3 miles south-east), Didcot (12 miles south), Bicester (9 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south), Witney (10 miles west) and Carterton (14 miles west).
Local landmarks in Sunnymead
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library, Oxford University Parks and Dew Drop Inn and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Summer Fields School (0.5 miles south) and Oxford Academy (0.7 miles south). The closest station to Sunnymead is Oxford Parkway station, roughly 1.4 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Oxford Castle (2.3 miles south) and Oxford University Museum of Natural History (1.8 miles south). Not far away are Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Headington Hill.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
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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. Arranging work in a smaller place like Sunnymead is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Sunnymead
- Prices that include VAT
- A report with photos
- An independent look at the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs. As for time on site, it usually takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a survey in Sunnymead, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- 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.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
What a landlord roof survey does not cover
It is a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Who pays under the lease (that’s a legal question)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
FAQs for Sunnymead
Can a landlord with a rental near Oxford Parkway station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sunnymead?
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.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong 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.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You’ll then get the report by email.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Sunnymead?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sunnymead
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.