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Roof surveys in OX7
Live in OX7? Our roof surveyors cover Chipping Norton, Charlbury and Shipton-under-Wychwood and every street in between.
Places in OX7
- Chipping Norton
- Charlbury
- Shipton-under-Wychwood
- Milton-under-Wychwood
- Middle Barton
- Enstone
- Kingham
- Ascott-under-Wychwood
- Bledington
- Churchill
- Great Rollright
- Ascott Earl
- Chadlington
- Finstock
- Great Tew
- Over Norton
- Church Enstone
- Salford
- Fifield
- Ascott d'Oyley
- Ramsden
- Sandford St Martin
- Westcott Barton
- Chilson
- Fawler
- Little Tew
- Spelsbury
- Swerford
- Foscot
- Idbury
- Lyneham
- Shorthampton
- Sarsden
- Nether Worton
Surveys we offer in OX7
- Gutter survey
- Drone roof survey
- Roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Landlord roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Electronic leak detection
- Storm damage roof report
- All services
Send the address and what’s prompted the survey and we’ll confirm the price: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Roof surveys across OX7: what to expect
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. Common reasons to book are loose chimney pots and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings, across natural slate, chimney stacks and ridges, hips and valleys.
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
What affects the price in OX7
All our prices include VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Prices that include VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Book a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Around Chipping Norton
We work in homes and buildings around Church of St Mary, Holy Trinity Catholic School and The Bell Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Kingham station, about 4.4 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Wheelbarrow Castle (3.9 miles north-west) and Chipping Norton Museum (within half a mile north-east).
Roof surveys across OX7: local notes
Owners across OX7, from Chipping Norton, Charlbury and Shipton-under-Wychwood to the villages, book us to find out where their roof stands. Small faults, caught early, are far easier to deal with.
Our area covers London and South East England, including OX7. London and South East England have homes from every era, from period terraces to post-war new towns and new estates.
Chipping Norton: For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you own a rental within reach of Kingham station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, so you can compare it next time.
Before booking any surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- House, block, shop or office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Height and safe access
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Useful tips for OX7 property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Let us know about past leaks
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
Common roof problems in OX7
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years, and they can crack.
Common questions in OX7
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you work in OX7?
Yes, we do. OX7 is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.