Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Henley-on-Thames Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Henley-on-Thames. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Henley-on-Thames
Buyers in Henley-on-Thames and right across London and South East England use our pre-purchase roof survey. Whether it is a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, we follow the same careful process. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability, with more than 20 years’ experience behind us. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us. If you’ve noticed cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing and slates or tiles that have slipped or gone, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Smaller places like Henley-on-Thames frequently have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. That applies whether you are buying in Henley-on-Thames or checking a new roof there. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Henley-on-Thames (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes about one to two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. In a smaller place like Henley-on-Thames, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- You book once your offer is accepted and tell us the address and your timetable.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller.
- The roof is inspected from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with photos and recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Henley-on-Thames, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Common roof problems in Henley-on-Thames
Gutter problems frequently look minor from the street. Water spilling over a gutter soaks brickwork and can rot fascias and rafter ends. Hidden gutters behind parapets or in roof valleys can send water indoors. They’re part of what we look at.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- A ridge or slope that dips
Landlords with a home close to Henley-On-Thames station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What insurance they carry
- What happens after the report arrives
Common questions in Henley-on-Thames
Is Henley-on-Thames within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Henley-on-Thames?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. What the seller agrees to is their decision.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Does your survey replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a roof survey by an experienced roof surveyor, with a written report and photographs. It is not a RICS survey and doesn’t cover the rest of the house.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Henley-on-Thames: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Holy Trinity Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them. Historic houses such as Greys Court, about 2.3 miles west, show how far back building around Henley-on-Thames goes. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area.
Henley-on-Thames is about 5 miles north-east of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Henley-on-Thames and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Henley-on-Thames. You can also see our page for Reading.
Here we cover the RG9 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Station Road, Market Place and Normanstead or a nearby road, we can survey it. Main roads around Henley-on-Thames include the A321 and A4130, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Henley-on-Thames: Harpsden (1 mile south), Harpsden Bottom (1 mile south-west), Lower Assendon (2 miles north-west), Shiplake Cross (2 miles south) and Binfield Heath (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Thame (15 miles north), Benson (10 miles north-west), Chinnor (12 miles north), Tilehurst (7 miles south-west), Wallingford (11 miles north-west) and Little Heath (8 miles south-west). As one of the bigger places in Oxfordshire, Henley-on-Thames has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Around Henley-on-Thames
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Mill Meadows, Rupert House School and Gillotts School and the streets around them. Henley-on-Thames has its own railway station: Henley-On-Thames station. Nearby you’ll also find Frazer Nash Archives (0.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Sonning Hill and Hurley Chalk Pit.
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Why get it checked now?
Even if you go ahead regardless, knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan. You will know which jobs are urgent and which can wait, and you can line up a roofer before small faults grow. On a bungalow or cottage around Henley-on-Thames, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Henley-on-Thames
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Package prices that include VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
- Photographs and a written report every time
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What affects the price in Henley-on-Thames
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Booking your survey
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
When you need someone else
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Whether timbers meet design loads
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- The roof space
- Gutters and downpipes