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Landlord Roof Survey in Thrupp
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Thrupp, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Thrupp
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. We may need to get into the roof space and some or all of the flats and residents will need to be told in advance. Your agent or you arrange access and we’ll say what we need when you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. Typical surveys look at missing or loose roof coverings and worn ridges, hips and verges, on flat roofs on blocks, rented houses and gutters and downpipes.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Thrupp (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In a small place like Thrupp, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can be seen safely, including from inside where possible.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
How to book
If you are buying, it’s 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 ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
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Thrupp questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Thrupp?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Oxford Parkway station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes, we survey shared roofs frequently. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be, and the report says so.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Landlord roof surveys around Thrupp
With Blenheim Palace about 2.5 miles west, Thrupp sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you look after a building such as The Marlborough Church of England School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of Holy Cross, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you let a flat or house near Oxford Parkway station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Thrupp is about 7 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Thrupp and the rest of Oxfordshire. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Every address in OX5 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Thrupp, we cover Shipton-on-Cherwell (1 mile north), Begbroke (1 mile south-west), Bunkers Hill (1 mile north), Woodstock (2 miles west) and Bladon (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (7 miles south-east), Bicester (8 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles south), Witney (9 miles south-west), Carterton (13 miles west) and Headington Quarry (7 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Thrupp
We work in homes and buildings around The Boat Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Oxford Parkway station, about 2.7 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Acland Hospital (5.7 miles south) and Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (2.4 miles west). For a walk, there’s Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
What affects the price in Thrupp
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- When you need the report by
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Check the roof space can be accessed
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Agents often choose the package that suits the building.
Keep the roof space accessible so a surveyor can look inside the roof. Stored items over the hatch make checks harder.
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs