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Whitchurch-on-Thames Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Whitchurch-on-Thames from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
Buying a home or a new roof in Whitchurch-on-Thames
If your survey includes the drone, 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. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
Basildon Park, about 1.7 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Whitchurch-on-Thames. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later. If you own a rental within reach of Pangbourne station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Whitchurch-on-Thames is about 5 miles west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Whitchurch-on-Thames, we can carry out pre-purchase roof surveys at your property. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Whitchurch-on-Thames.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in RG8 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include High Street, Swanston Field and Hardwick Road, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Whitchurch-on-Thames, we cover Pangbourne (1 mile south), Tidmarsh (1 mile south), Sulham (2 miles south), Purley on Thames (2 miles south-east) and Mapledurham (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Didcot (11 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (8 miles east), Benson (9 miles north), Tilehurst (3 miles south-east) and Wallingford (8 miles north).
Near you in Whitchurch-on-Thames
In Whitchurch-on-Thames, that means homes and buildings near Denefield School and The Greyhound pub, among other places. The closest station to Whitchurch-on-Thames is Pangbourne station, roughly 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Battle Hospital (4.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hartslock and Hosehill Lake.
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Whitchurch-on-Thames
Buyers in Whitchurch-on-Thames and right across London and South East England use our pre-purchase roof survey. From terraced and semi-detached homes to detached houses and flats, we follow the same careful process. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We survey clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and chimney stacks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney and ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof.
For a small place like Whitchurch-on-Thames, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access 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.
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.
- Place
- Whitchurch-on-Thames (RG8)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Basic, Standard or Premium
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- What made you get in touch
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- The roof space
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings and valleys
What we are asked to look at in Whitchurch-on-Thames
Gutter problems frequently look minor from the street. Overflowing water soaks walls and can rot the timber behind. Hidden gutters behind parapets or in roof valleys can send water indoors. We check them as part of the survey.
We are often asked to look at:
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their insurance cover
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
What happens if roof problems are left?
The lender’s valuation is done for the lender, not for you. Its job is to check the property’s value for the mortgage, and it will not look closely at the roof. Our survey is done for you, and the report is written for you to use. For an older or listed building in a place like Whitchurch-on-Thames, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Photos and a written report every time
- 98% customer satisfaction
Whitchurch-on-Thames: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Whitchurch-on-Thames?
Yes, Whitchurch-on-Thames is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Whitchurch-on-Thames is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is 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.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you need access inside the house?
Where possible, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and views from upper windows help too. Access is typically arranged through the agent or seller.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
The sooner after your offer is accepted, the better. You need the report before you exchange, because after that the roof is yours to deal with.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
It normally takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Report times depend on the package, from the same day for Premium to within 48 hours for Basic.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when booking.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere like Whitchurch-on-Thames needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- Once your offer is accepted, you let us know the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the roof space is agreed in advance.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- Inside, we check the loft space and look at the roof from windows.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
Before we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Getting a price
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Whitchurch-on-Thames, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.