Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Upper Brailes Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Upper Brailes, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Leaks into upper flats
- Standing water on a flat roof
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- When you need the report by
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The address and postcode of the property
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How a landlord roof survey works in Upper Brailes
With a shared roof, it’s not always clear what’s wrong or where. We check 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 giving all parties the same information. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we’re given access to. We survey gutters and downpipes, converted houses and flat roofs on blocks, and people most frequently book us about choked outlets and gutters and damaged pots and flaunching.
Somewhere as small as Upper Brailes, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
If any part of the let or shared roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Upper Brailes (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Upper Brailes
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upper Brailes?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Upper Brailes in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Upper Brailes is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Do you advise on who is responsible under the lease?
No. Who pays is normally set by the lease, and that’s a legal question. Our report gives an independent record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. Where a neighbouring roof is not part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points, and the report says so.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
What we are asked to look at in Upper Brailes
Agents and freeholders have budgets to set. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition and how soon.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Leaks into upper flats
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Flashings that have come away
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Brailes CofE Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the survey won’t cover
Why act early in Upper Brailes
A leak in a block rarely stays in one place. Spotting roof defects early helps protect the whole building. Around Upper Brailes, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
For a price for your roof in Upper Brailes, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Every finding written up with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Upper Brailes
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
The streets around a church like Church of St George are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Upper Brailes is about 9 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Upper Brailes and the rest of Oxfordshire. Upper Brailes is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Every address in OX15 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Castle Hill, Fant Hill and Henbrook Lane, and we cover them all. Other places close to Upper Brailes include Lower Brailes (1 mile south-east) and Sutton-under-Brailes (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Banbury (9 miles east), Chipping Norton (8 miles south), Neithrop (8 miles east), Grimsbury (10 miles east), Ruscote (8 miles east) and Bloxham (8 miles east).
Landmarks near Upper Brailes
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Gate Inn. Well-known places in the area include Ellen Badger Hospital (2.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Castle Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Arrange flat access in advance
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and the rest budgeted for later.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, particularly on blocks with valleys or parapets. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Upper Brailes, access is typically 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.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- 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.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking before the day
How to book
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.