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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Stonesfield
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat for Stonesfield, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Stonesfield
Buying a home is a big commitment, and the roof is one of the costliest parts to put right. A pre-purchase roof survey looks at it closely before you’re tied in. We check the coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and the roof space where it is safe to get in. You get a written report with photos. Typical surveys look at quick fixes on flashings and valleys and ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof, across the roof space, gutters and downpipes and clay and concrete tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Stonesfield, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. 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. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Stonesfield (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Lots of buyers go ahead anyway, but with their eyes open. You will know which jobs are urgent and which can wait, and you can line up a roofer before small faults grow. Older cottages and farmhouses around Stonesfield can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Stonesfield
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The size of the roof
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Anything about access we should know
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Stonesfield, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Local roofs and buyers in Stonesfield
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. About 3 miles east lies Blenheim Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Stonesfield has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
The streets around a church such as Church of St James the Great are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. If you own a rental within reach of Finstock station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Stonesfield is about 5 miles north-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. We visit Stonesfield as part of our work across Oxfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. There is also a page for Oxford.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in OX29 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on High Street, Hunt's Close and Pond Hill or anywhere close by, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Combe (1 mile south-east), Fawler (1 mile west), East End (2 miles south), Finstock (2 miles west) and Charlbury (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (11 miles south-east), Banbury (15 miles north), Bicester (12 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles south-east), Witney (5 miles south-west) and Carterton (9 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Stonesfield
Around Stonesfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Black Head pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Finstock station, roughly 1.7 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Morris Motors Museum (3.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Stonesfield include Blenheim Farm.
Stonesfield questions
Will you come out to Stonesfield?
Yes. Stonesfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stonesfield?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Stonesfield as anywhere else.
Will you need to get into the loft?
Ideally, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and upstairs windows give useful views. The agent or seller can arrange entry.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Should I get a roof survey as well as a RICS home survey?
They do different things. A home survey looks at the whole property, and ours concentrates on the roof alone. Our survey complements a RICS survey and doesn’t replace one.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email with photos included.
What a pre-purchase roof survey does not cover
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Ask the seller about past roof repairs
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
It is worth sharing the report with your solicitor so they can raise enquiries with the seller’s side. Past repairs, re-roofing and any records of that work are all fair questions, especially where we’ve found patch repairs.
After strong winds, look at the roof from ground level. Pieces of slate or tile in the garden mean something has moved. Small repairs done quickly stop bigger problems later.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It typically takes an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Stonesfield can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- 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.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
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 use the contact form when you are ready.