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Brize Norton Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in Brize Norton? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Brize Norton and across Oxfordshire.
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Brize Norton
We survey roofs for buyers in Brize Norton and across London and the South East. Whether it is a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, the roof gets the same careful look. The report says what’s in good order, what is not and what to deal with first. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability, with more than 20 years’ experience behind us. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Common reasons to book are damp timbers or stains in the loft and roof slopes that look uneven or sagging, across clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and gutters and downpipes.
In a village or hamlet like Brize Norton, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Brize Norton (OX18)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Brize Norton: your questions answered
Is drone flying allowed in Brize Norton?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Brize Norton is about 2 miles from RAF Brize Norton, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Is Brize Norton within the area you cover?
Yes. Brize Norton is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you need access inside the house?
Where we can, yes. From the roof space we can see staining, timbers and underlay. If access is not possible, we note it in the report.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
A leaning stack, cracked flaunching or crumbling pointing can all need work. We note them with photos so you can ask about them.
Flat roofs
Ponding, blistering, splits and worn upstands are the usual warning signs. Blocked outlets are checked as well.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Brize Norton: local notes
With Minster Lovell Hall about 2.8 miles north-east, Brize Norton sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Brize Norton is about 1 mile east of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. Brize Norton gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can be seen safely, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in OX18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Station Road, Daubigny Mead and Moat Close, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Carterton (1 mile west), Curbridge (2 miles east), Black Bourton (2 miles south-west), Minster Lovell (2 miles north) and Bampton (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (14 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles south-east), Witney (4 miles north-east), Wantage (14 miles south-east), Grove (12 miles south-east) and Faringdon (8 miles south).
What’s near Brize Norton
In Brize Norton, that means homes and buildings near The Chequers pub and Carterton Community College, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Cogges Manor Farm Museum (4 miles east) and Bronze Age Bowl Barrow (2.3 miles south-west).
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
- Ask for loft access on the day
Once the home is yours, the report becomes a maintenance list. Work through the urgent items before anything else, and use the photos as a record of how the roof looked when you bought. The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up.
Keep the loft ventilated. Condensation in a roof space can look like a leak and can damage timbers over time. Avoid packing insulation into the eaves so tightly that air cannot flow.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere like Brize Norton needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
What we’re asked to look at in Brize Norton
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. A buyer can easily miss them, especially when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Blocked or leaking gutters
Take an older house close to Church of St Britius: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
What to check before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Roof area
- Height and safe access
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What made you get in touch
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.