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Roof leak investigation in Hempton, Oxfordshire
Know where you stand with the leaking roof before you spend money on it. We carry out roof leak investigations in Hempton, with photos and a clear written report.
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Water that shows only in certain storms
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hempton
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hempton. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Roof leak investigation in Hempton
Older homes have more places for water to get in. Worn lead, tired valley linings and blocked parapet outlets are frequent causes. If your home has a butterfly roof, the central valley gutter is a common culprit. Parapet walls and their gutters are checked from wherever it is safe. The findings are recorded with photos. If you are worried about stains around a skylight and staining around the chimney inside, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, the roof space and valleys and parapet gutters alike.
For a small place like Hempton, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the leaking roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Hempton (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Common roof problems in Hempton
Some water in the loft is not rain at all. Warm, moist air from the house rises into a cold roof space and condenses, particularly where ventilation is poor. Drips from nails and damp underlay are typical signs.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Stains around a skylight
If you own a rental within reach of Kings Sutton station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Hempton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hempton?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hempton?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Hempton as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can a leak be traced on a dry day?
In many cases, yes. Leaks leave clues, such as staining, damp timber and moisture in materials. Intermittent leaks can be harder, so your photos and notes from wet days are very useful.
Is there anything I need to do before the visit?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing, and take photos. Clear access to the loft. Keep away from any light or socket that water is reaching.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
What’s in the report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
Towns and villages near Hempton
Other services in Hempton
Leaks and storm damage in Hempton
With Broughton Castle about 4.3 miles north-west, Hempton sits in an area with a long building history. 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. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Take an older house close to Saint John the Evangelist: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Hempton means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Hempton is about 6 miles south of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We cover Hempton and the rest of Oxfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: OX15. Whether your property is on Hempton Road, The Lane and St John's Way or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Barford St Michael (1 mile north-west), Barford St John (1 mile north-west), Deddington (1 mile east), Nether Worton (2 miles south-west) and Dane Hill (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Banbury (6 miles north), Bicester (10 miles south-east), Witney (15 miles south-west), Kidlington (12 miles south), Bure Park (10 miles south-east) and Chipping Norton (9 miles west).
Around Hempton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to George Inn, among other places. The closest station to Hempton is Kings Sutton station, about 4 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Bloxham Village Museum (2.5 miles north) and Deddington Castle (1.6 miles east). Not far away are Crouch Hill.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Height and safe access
- The roof’s overall size
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Older roofs in small places like Hempton can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- The visit starts indoors, at the stain and in the loft.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Book a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.