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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Catslip
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Catslip and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Blocked or leaking gutters
Pre-purchase roof survey in Catslip: what you get
A full home survey looks at the whole property, and the roof is only one part of it. Our survey isn’t a RICS survey, and it does not replace one. It adds a focused look at the roof on its own, with photographs of what we find and written recommendations. The two sit side by side. If you are worried about a ridge or slope that dips and signs of past leaks inside the loft, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Catslip, homes are frequently 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. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Catslip (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Catslip: local notes
With Greys Court about 2.2 miles south-east, Catslip sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For landlords with property near Henley-On-Thames station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Catslip is about 7 miles north of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Catslip are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: RG9. Other places close to Catslip include Nettlebed (1 mile north-west), Highmoor (1 mile south-west), Highmoor Cross (1 mile south), Bix (2 miles south-east) and Middle Assendon (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Didcot (12 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (4 miles south-east), Benson (6 miles north-west) and Chinnor (9 miles north).
Landmarks near Catslip
Around Catslip, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Sun Inn Public House and the streets around them. Catslip’s nearest station is Henley-On-Thames station, about 4.4 miles south-east. For a walk, there is Warburg Nature Reserve.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. In a small place like Catslip, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You book once your offer is accepted and let us know the address and your timetable.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs
Many homes have a flat roof somewhere, often over an extension. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We look for signs of age and failure.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many leaks start at a flashing, so they get close attention in a pre-purchase survey. We photograph any that need work.
Why get it checked now?
When a chain is moving fast, a roof survey can feel like one more delay. We visit on any day of the week, and the Premium Survey report arrives the same day, which helps it fit around your exchange date. Older and listed buildings around Catslip may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Let us know your timetable
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Ask the agent to check the loft hatch can be opened
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. They’ll see exactly what we found, and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Keep the loft ventilated. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up, wetting timbers and insulation. Avoid packing insulation into the eaves so tightly that air can’t flow.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Catslip
Do you cover smaller places like Catslip?
Yes, Catslip is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is Catslip in the area you cover?
Yes, Catslip is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS home survey. It works alongside a home survey.
How do I book a survey in Catslip?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
Can I take the findings back to the seller?
Yes. Buyers use the findings to ask questions, ask for repairs before completion or ask for a price change. The outcome is between you and the seller, so we can’t promise any saving.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Catslip
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Catslip and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
When to book a survey in Catslip
Most viewings never get near the roof. You see the rooms, not the slates, and a quick glance from the street misses a lot. New paint on a ceiling can hide old water stains, which is why buyers book a closer look before committing.
Problems we come across often include:
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection