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Pre-purchase roof survey in Childrey, Oxfordshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a pre-purchase roof survey in Childrey and across Oxfordshire.
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Flashings that have lifted or split
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Childrey
We survey roofs for buyers in Childrey and across London and South East England. 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 hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us. Typical surveys look at patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem and damp timbers or stains in the loft, on chimney stacks, lead flashings and valleys and natural slate.
Somewhere as small as Childrey, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Childrey (OX12)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Childrey, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- Once your offer is accepted, you tell us the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed beforehand.
- We start outside, looking at the roof from the ground and from vantage points.
- Inside, we check the loft space and look at the roof from windows.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations before you exchange.
Before the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Childrey
Letting agents and landlords in Childrey book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Childrey
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. Whatever the street in Childrey, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Childrey is about 2 miles west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in Childrey, we can carry out pre-purchase roof surveys at your property. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Childrey. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
We survey roofs across OX12 for pre-purchase roof surveys. Streets in the area include High Street, Hollow Way and Stowhill. We also cover the places around Childrey: West Challow (1 mile north-east), East Challow (1 mile east), Letcombe Regis (1 mile south-east), Letcombe Bassett (2 miles south-east) and Wantage (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Didcot (10 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (14 miles north), Grove (3 miles north-east) and Faringdon (7 miles north-west).
What’s near Childrey
Around Childrey, our work takes us to homes and buildings near King Alfred's and The Hatchet Public House, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (3.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
Common questions in Childrey
Is Childrey within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Childrey?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Childrey is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where applicable.
Is a roof survey worth having alongside a home survey?
That depends on how much you want to know about the roof. Home surveys sometimes suggest a closer look at the roof, and our survey gives you that closer look. It does not stand in for a RICS survey.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will you need to get into the loft?
Ideally, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and views from upper windows help too. The agent or seller can arrange entry.
Useful tips for Childrey property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
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.
Every so frequently, check the loft with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Damp patches, daylight through the roof or water stains on timbers are worth noting. Photos help if you later need a roofer or another survey.
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Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
What happens if roof problems are left?
It is tempting to skip the roof to keep a sale moving. Weekend visits are available as well as weekdays, and the Premium Survey report arrives the same day, which helps it fit around your exchange date. For an older or listed building in a place like Childrey, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Childrey
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They wear slowly, but surfaces erode and edges crack, and low-pitched roofs need their laps to be right.
Gutters and parapets
The rainwater system keeps water off the walls. We check for blockages, leaking joints and sagging runs.