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Roof leak investigation in Jericho, Oxfordshire
Tracing where water is getting into your roof around Jericho, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
Roof leak investigation in Jericho
Some ‘leaks’ aren’t leaks at all. In a badly ventilated roof space, condensation can form under the roof and drip, and the stains look much like a leak. Knowing which it is means the right fix can be done, because they need very different work. The pattern of the damp, the ventilation and the timing all help us decide. Typical surveys look at a leak that comes and goes with the weather and wet patches on loft insulation, on rooflights and dormers, valleys and parapet gutters and chimney stacks.
In a smaller place like Jericho, some roofs face open ground, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It helps to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Jericho (OX1, OX2)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Let us know what has already been tried
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
Once the work is done, hold on to the report. If water appears again, it shows what was found before.
After a downpour, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for drips, damp patches and stains on timbers. Photograph anything new.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Jericho
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
How we price roof leak investigations
To price your survey, we look at:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The size of the roof
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Leaks and storm damage in Jericho
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. The wider area around Jericho has a long history of building, with Holywell Manor about 0.9 miles east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Oxford station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Take an older house close to St Barnabas Church: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Jericho is about 2 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. If you are in Jericho, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Jericho is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work.
Roof leak investigations in OX1 and OX2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Abbey Road, Combe Road and Pusey Lane. Jericho is on the A4144, which makes it simple to reach. If you are just outside Jericho, we cover Walton Manor (1 mile north), St John Street area (1 mile south-east), Park Town (1 mile north-east), Norham Manor (1 mile north-east) and Osney (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (10 miles south), Bicester (11 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (13 miles east).
Around Jericho
Typical jobs here are in homes near Oxford University Parks, The Rickety Press pub and The Eckersley School of English and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Oxford Academy (1.1 miles north) and Somerville College Library (under half a mile east). The nearest railway station is Oxford station, roughly 0.5 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Oxford University Press Museum (within half a mile south-east) and Clarendon Shopping Centre (0.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Harcourt Hill.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us 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 usually takes about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. For a survey in Jericho, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it’s useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
How to book
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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FAQs for Jericho
How do I find out if my home in Jericho is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Jericho?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Will you fix the leak as part of this?
Our job here is to trace the leak and explain it, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
How should I prepare for the leak investigation?
Clear the loft hatch so we can get into the loft space. Gather any photos and notes about when it leaks, and let us know about past repairs. Keep catching drips and keep water away from electrics.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know as you book.
What we’re asked to look at in Jericho
Condensation is frequently mistaken for a leak. Warm, moist air from the house rises into a cold roof space and condenses, especially where ventilation is poor. Wet nail tips and damp underlay over a wide area are classic signs.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
For businesses in and around places such as Clarendon Shopping Centre, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will the report include photos?
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
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What else we do in Jericho
What we cannot see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Putting the leak right
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Jericho
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes