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Pre-purchase roof survey in Frieth, Oxfordshire
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Frieth and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Frieth
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. Standard adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and an in-person consultation. Choose the level that suits the home you are buying. All three include a written report with photographs and recommendations. We survey flat-roofed extensions and dormers, lead flashings and valleys and natural slate, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are signs of past leaks inside the loft and blocked or leaking gutters.
Somewhere as small as Frieth, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. 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, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Frieth (RG9)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Whether timbers meet design loads
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Which survey package you book
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- House, block, shop or office
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- What made you get in touch
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Frieth
The wider area around Frieth has a long history of building, with West Wycombe Park House about 3.2 miles north-east. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Wycombe Air Park is about 2 miles from Frieth. If your survey includes the drone, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first.
Take an older house close to Church of St John the Evangelist: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Frieth is about 4 miles north-west of Marlow, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in Frieth is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Frieth is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys. You can also see our page for Reading.
Every address in RG9 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Frieth Hill, Ellery Rise and Hayles Field, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Little Frieth (1 mile north-west), Lane End (1 mile north-east), Bolter End (1 mile north), Fingest (1 mile north-west) and Cadmore End (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Thame (11 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (6 miles south-west), Benson (11 miles west), Chinnor (7 miles north), Tilehurst (13 miles south-west) and Wallingford (12 miles west).
Landmarks near Frieth
Typical jobs here are in homes near Yew Tree pub. Frieth’s nearest station is Marlow station, roughly 4.3 miles south-east. A little further out are Chiltern Sound Phonograph Museum (3.9 miles south-east) and High Wycombe Castle (4.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Yoesden.
Frieth: your questions answered
Will you come out to Frieth?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is my home in Frieth 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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a dedicated roof survey, and you get a written report with photos. It is not a RICS survey and does not cover the rest of the house.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Let us know your timetable when you book.
Roof by roof
Gutters and parapets
The rainwater system keeps water off the walls. Leaking joints, sagging lengths and blockages are all noted.
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.
Other services in Frieth
What we are asked to look at in Frieth
Patch repairs are common on roofs of every age. Bitumen painted over a flashing, mortar where lead should be, or a few tiles that do not match can point to a problem that keeps coming back. We note what we see so you can ask about it.
Problems we come across often include:
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
Landlords with a home close to Marlow station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Frieth, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- Once your offer has been accepted, you book and give us the address and your timescale.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.