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Pre-purchase roof survey in South Newington, Oxfordshire
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in South Newington from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
Pre-purchase roof survey in South Newington
A RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey covers the whole building, so the roof is one item among many. Our survey is not a RICS survey, and it doesn’t replace one. What it adds is a closer look at the roof alone, with photographs of what we find and written recommendations. You can have both if you want the fullest picture. If you’ve noticed blistered or split felt on a flat roof and slipped or missing slates and tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
For a small place like South Newington, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- South Newington (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings are a common source of leaks, so we check each one closely. Any that need attention are photographed and explained.
Flat roofs
Repeated coatings on a flat roof can mask what’s underneath. We record what we can see and say where a closer look is needed.
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How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Somewhere like South Newington needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Keep pets in another room
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The roof’s overall size
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
What we can’t see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Whether timbers meet design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Natural slate
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Ask the agent to check the loft hatch can be opened
- Do not leave it until just before exchange
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
With the findings in hand, you can talk to the seller or their agent. Some buyers ask for repairs before completion, others ask for a change to the price. The outcome is between you and the seller.
Every so frequently, check the loft with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and chinks of daylight. Take photos so you can show whoever looks at it.
Questions from South Newington
Is my home in South Newington listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you carry out roof surveys in South Newington?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and South Newington is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
The visit usually takes an hour or two for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We will give you an idea of timing when you book.
Will you climb onto the roof?
When conditions and the roof make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where it applies.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
After your offer is accepted and before you exchange contracts. That way you can still act on what we find.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Buying a home or a new roof in South Newington
With Broughton Castle about 3.1 miles north, South Newington sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Peter ad Vincula, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
South Newington is about 5 miles south-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in South Newington and the surrounding area. South Newington is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Here we cover the OX15 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. You will find streets like High Street, Sands Lane and Green Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Wigginton (1 mile west), Swerford (2 miles south-west), Great Tew (3 miles south), Little Tew (3 miles south-west) and Hook Norton (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Banbury (5 miles north-east), Bicester (12 miles south-east), Witney (15 miles south), Kidlington (13 miles south-east), Bure Park (12 miles south-east) and Chipping Norton (7 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in South Newington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Duck on The Pond pub, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Bloxham Village Museum (2 miles north-east) and Horton General Hospital (5 miles north-east). The countryside around South Newington includes Crouch Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
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. Never climb onto the roof to look.