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Bunkers Hill Roof Leak Investigation
Independent roof leak investigations in Bunkers Hill. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Damp patches next to the stack
Roof leak investigation in Bunkers Hill: what you get
Most roof leaks start at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. Flashings at chimneys and walls, valleys, gutters, parapets and flat roof upstands and outlets are the usual suspects. We check each likely route and follow the evidence. Chimneys, dormers and roof lights each add joints of their own. We look at all of them, from every safe viewpoint. If you are worried about water that shows only in certain storms and stains around a skylight, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Being in a small place like Bunkers Hill makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Bunkers Hill (OX5)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. For a village or hamlet like Bunkers Hill, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us 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 is safe.
- You let us know where the water shows and when it appears.
- We look at the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Roof leak investigations around Bunkers Hill
About 2.3 miles south-west lies Blenheim Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Bunkers Hill has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you live in an older home near Church of Holy Cross, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you own a rental within reach of Tackley station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Bunkers Hill is about 7 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Bunkers Hill and the rest of Oxfordshire. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Bunkers Hill and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Surveys in OX5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Field View Lane and Bunkers Hill or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Shipton-on-Cherwell (1 mile south-east), Thrupp (1 mile south), Woodstock (2 miles south-west), Tackley (2 miles north) and Begbroke (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Oxford (8 miles south-east), Banbury (14 miles north), Bicester (7 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south), Witney (9 miles south-west) and Carterton (13 miles south-west).
Around Bunkers Hill
Around Bunkers Hill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rock Of Gibraltar Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Bunkers Hill is Tackley station, roughly 1.8 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (2 miles west).
Prices for roof leak investigations in Bunkers Hill
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- When you need the report by
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bunkers Hill
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
What we are asked to look at in Bunkers Hill
Condensation is frequently mistaken for a leak. Moist air from bathrooms and kitchens condenses on the cold underside of the roof, particularly in lofts with blocked eaves. Drips from nails and damp underlay are typical signs.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Staining around the chimney inside
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Marlborough School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their insurance cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Why get it checked now?
A leak near lights or wiring needs attention quickly. Keep away from any fitting that water is reaching and have an electrician check it. Then the source needs tracing. Around Bunkers Hill, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Bunkers Hill
- PI and public liability insurance
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent view of the roof
Bunkers Hill questions
Do you cover Bunkers Hill?
Yes, Bunkers Hill 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 Bunkers Hill listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
It’s a common question. Leaks tend to follow wet weather and show in one place, while condensation is often spread out and worse in cold weather. The report explains which it looks like and what to do.
Do you use thermal imaging to find leaks?
We use thermal imaging where it helps, and it’s part of the Premium Survey. It shows temperature differences, not water itself, so we confirm its findings with moisture readings.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. We survey seven days a week.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Let us know if there are tanks or pipes in the loft
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
We email the report to you, with photos of what we found. It explains the likely entry point, the route the water takes and our recommendations. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Plan a roof survey every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and wear is easier to deal with before water gets in.