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Pre-purchase roof survey in Hungerford Green, Oxfordshire
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Hungerford Green and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Hungerford Green
The roof is one of the most expensive parts of a home to repair, and one of the hardest for a buyer to see. A pre-purchase roof survey looks at it closely before you are tied in. We check the slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the loft space where it is safe to get in. The findings come in a written report with photos. We survey gutters and downpipes, natural slate and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about gutters choked with leaves and moss and chimney mortar that has eroded.
Somewhere as small as Hungerford Green, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. 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, 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Hungerford Green (RG8)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but they weather and can crack, and low-pitched roofs need their laps to be right.
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.
Local roofs and buyers in Hungerford Green
About 3.4 miles east lies Basildon Park, a reminder of how long the area around Hungerford Green has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Goring & Streatley station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Hungerford Green is about 7 miles south of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. From houses to flats and shops in Hungerford Green, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in RG8 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Bell Lane and The Glebe or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Streatley (2 miles east), Goring (3 miles east), Lower Basildon (3 miles east), Moulsford (3 miles north-east) and South Stoke (4 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Didcot (7 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles north), Wantage (11 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles east), Grove (12 miles north-west) and Benson (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Hungerford Green
Around Hungerford Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Bell Inn. Hungerford Green’s nearest station is Goring & Streatley station, roughly 2.9 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hampstead Norris Castle (2.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hungerford Green include Churn Hill and Withymead Nature Reserve.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: 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.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What we’re asked to look at in Hungerford Green
Blocked or leaking gutters do damage that is not obvious at first. Water spilling over a gutter soaks brickwork and can rot fascias and rafter ends. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the house. We check them as part of the survey.
Problems we come across often include:
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Flashings that have lifted or split
Take an older house close to St Mary's church: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before booking anyone
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which limits apply to the survey
How the survey works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Rural addresses near Hungerford Green can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- After your offer is agreed, you book and share your timetable.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed ahead of time.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- Inside, we check the roof space and look at the roof from windows.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations before you exchange.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Without a survey, you are relying on a glance from the pavement. That won’t show slipped slates on the rear slope, a worn valley or cracked flaunching. A survey fills that gap before you commit. For an older or listed building in a place like Hungerford Green, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
For a price for your roof in Hungerford Green, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 20+ years’ experience
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hungerford Green
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
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FAQs for Hungerford Green
Do you cover Hungerford Green?
Yes, Hungerford Green is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Hungerford Green listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How do I book a survey in Hungerford Green?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
When is the best time to have the roof checked when buying?
The sooner after your offer is accepted, the better. You need the report before you exchange, while you can still ask questions and negotiate.