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Pre-purchase roof survey in Fewcott, Oxfordshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a pre-purchase roof survey in Fewcott and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
Roof by roof
Flat roofs
Repeated coatings on a flat roof can mask what’s underneath. We say when the covering would need opening up to know more.
Gutters and parapets
Some older terraces have a butterfly roof with a central valley gutter. If yours does, we check that gutter and where it drains.
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Fewcott
A full home survey looks at the whole property, so the roof is one item among many. Our survey isn’t a RICS survey, and it doesn’t replace one. It adds a focused look at the roof on its own, with photos of what we find and written recommendations. You can have both. If you’ve noticed a ridge or slope that dips and patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Fewcott may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
The written findings come 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
- Fewcott (OX27)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Fewcott
Is Fewcott in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Fewcott is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Is my home in Fewcott listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Do I need a roof survey if I’m having a RICS survey?
They do different things. A home survey looks at the whole property, while ours looks only at the roof, in more detail. Ours sits alongside a RICS survey rather than replacing it.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
After your offer is accepted and before you exchange contracts. That gives you time to use the findings.
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
Landlords, agents and block managers in Fewcott
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Fewcott
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Fewcott is about 4 miles north-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We cover Fewcott and the rest of Oxfordshire. Fewcott is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work. There is also a page for Oxford.
Every address in OX27 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets like Water Lane, Somerton Road and Ardley Road, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Fewcott, we cover Ardley (1 mile south-east), Fritwell (1 mile north-west), Upper Heyford (2 miles south-west), Souldern (3 miles north-west) and Middleton Stoney (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Oxford (13 miles south), Banbury (10 miles north-west), Bicester (4 miles south-east), Kidlington (9 miles south), Headington Quarry (13 miles south) and Bure Park (3 miles south-east).
Near you in Fewcott
We work in homes and buildings around White Lion pub and the streets around them. Fewcott’s nearest station is Bicester North station, about 4 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Bicester Community Hospital (4.2 miles south-east) and Ardley Castle (less than half a mile south).
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Towns and villages near Fewcott
Also in Fewcott
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Around Fewcott, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
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When to book a survey in Fewcott
Flat roofs turn up on extensions, dormers, porches and garages. Felt flat roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, and standing water, blisters and splits are typical signs of ageing. A buyer can easily miss them, particularly when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
We are often asked to look at:
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
For landlords with property near Bicester North station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
What to check before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Which limits apply to the survey