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Roof surveys in OX11
Our roof surveyors cover all of the OX11 postcode district, including Didcot, Great Western Park and Harwell. Every survey comes with a written report and photos, with prices from £150 including VAT.
Where we work in OX11
- Didcot
- Great Western Park
- Harwell
- Chilton
- Blewbury
- East Hagbourne
- Upton
- Aston Upthorpe
- South Moreton
- North Moreton
- Aston Tirrold
- Rowstock
- West Hagbourne
- Coscote
- Woodway
- Milton
What we do in OX11
- Roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Gutter survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Flat roof survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Every service
Share the property address and any deadline you’re working to to book a survey: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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How a roof survey works in OX11
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Each defect is described with photos and a recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. We are often asked to look into gutters that overflow in heavy rain and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, across clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and chimney stacks.
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Prices in OX11
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What you get with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Every finding written up with photos
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Arrange a survey
For a price for roof surveys in OX11, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Landmarks near Didcot
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Queens Arms, Manor Primary School and UTC Oxfordshire and the streets around them. Nearby too are Church of All Saints (less than half a mile north-west) and Didcot Girls' School (under half a mile south-west). There is a railway station in Didcot itself: Didcot Parkway station. Nearby you will also find Abingdon Community Hospital (4.8 miles north-west) and Brightwell Castle (3.4 miles east). The countryside around Didcot includes Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters across OX11
Across OX11, from Didcot, Great Western Park and Harwell outwards, roofs range from old slate and clay tile to modern concrete tiles and flat roofs. Chimneys, valleys, flashings and gutters are typically where the work is.
Our area takes in slate-roofed London terraces, clay-tiled Weald houses, Essex weatherboarding and post-war new towns. Roofs in OX11 are part of that picture.
Didcot: Historic houses like Brightwell Manor, about 3.4 miles east, show how far back building around Didcot goes. If yours is one of the older homes, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
Natural slate
Many Victorian and Edwardian houses have slate roofs. Widespread slipping usually points to corroded nails, and we say how widespread it looks.
What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Signs you need a roof survey
Some damage starts inside the loft space. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It’s often mistaken for a leak.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- File the report with your home documents
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Prices for roof surveys in OX11
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- The shape of the roof and its details
For a price for your roof in OX11, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
FAQs for OX11
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
How much does a roof survey cost in OX11?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.