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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Caulcott
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Caulcott.
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Blocked or leaking gutters
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Caulcott
We survey roofs for buyers in Caulcott and across London and the South East. Whether it’s a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, the roof gets the same careful look. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. If you are worried about slipped or missing slates and tiles and worn or lifted lead flashings, we can find out what’s behind it, on clay and concrete tiles, flat-roofed extensions and dormers and lead flashings and valleys alike.
In a village or hamlet like Caulcott, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are 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.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Caulcott (OX25)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Caulcott homes and their roofs
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you live in an older home near Heyford Park Chapel, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Caulcott is about 5 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. From houses to flats and shops in Caulcott, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Oxford is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: OX25. That includes homes and businesses on South Street, Lower Heyford Road and Greenway and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Caulcott: Upper Heyford (1 mile north), Lower Heyford (1 mile west), Middleton Stoney (2 miles east), Ardley (3 miles north-east) and Somerton (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (11 miles south), Banbury (11 miles north), Bicester (5 miles east), Witney (13 miles south-west), Kidlington (7 miles south) and Headington Quarry (11 miles south).
Near you in Caulcott
The nearest railway station is Heyford station, about 1.6 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Bicester Community Hospital (4.6 miles east) and Ardley Castle (2.7 miles north-east).
What a pre-purchase roof survey does not cover
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
Towns and villages near Caulcott
What else we do in Caulcott
When to book a survey in Caulcott
Many roofs have had quick fixes over the years. Bitumen over flashings, mortar fillets in place of lead and odd replacement tiles can point to a problem that keeps coming back. We note what we see so you can ask about it.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
If you let a flat or house near Heyford station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Why it is worth a survey now in Caulcott
Small roof defects let water in slowly. By the time a stain shows, timber or plaster may already be damp. Finding the cause at the survey stage lets you deal with it as soon as you move in. In a place like Caulcott, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent look at the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% of clients satisfied
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Older roofs in small places like Caulcott can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- Once your offer is accepted, you let us know the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed beforehand.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- We then look from upstairs windows and inside the loft where it is safe.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
How to book
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
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What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Which survey package you book
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Caulcott, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- Ask for any paperwork for recent roof work
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
If you want quotes for the work, roofers can work from the report. The photos show the defects and where they are, so each quote covers the same ground.
After strong winds, look at the roof from ground level. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Small repairs done quickly stop bigger problems later.
FAQs for Caulcott
Is my home in Caulcott listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Caulcott?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I book a survey in Caulcott?
Simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
The sooner after your offer is accepted, the better. The report is most useful before exchange, because after that the roof is yours to deal with.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS home survey. It works alongside a home survey.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.