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Little Tew Roof Leak Investigation
Know where you stand with the leaking roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof leak investigations in Little Tew, with photos and a clear written report.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Roof leak investigation in Little Tew
A leak that comes and goes can be the hardest to pin down. Driving rain from one direction, melting snow or a gutter that overflows in a downpour can all set it off. Notes on when it leaks, and what the weather was doing, help us and so do photos. Even on a dry day, a leak usually leaves clues: stained timbers, tide marks and damp underlay. Moisture readings show where materials are still wet. We survey lead flashings, flat roof details and rooflights and dormers, and people most often book us about damp walls below an overflowing gutter and staining around the chimney inside.
For a small place like Little Tew, 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. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
The Standard Survey adds 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
- Little Tew (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Little Tew
Many leaks begin at a flashing. Where a roof meets a chimney, a wall or a dormer, lead or mortar seals the joint. Once that seal cracks or lifts, water gets behind it.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
Anyone responsible for a site like Great Tew County Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Before booking anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What experience they bring
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
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Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and Premium includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Prompt repairs stop gaps turning into leaks.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Little Tew
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St John the Evangelist, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Little Tew is about 9 miles south-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Little Tew, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Little Tew. Oxford is in our area too.
All of OX7 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Water Lane and Enstone Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Little Tew: Great Tew (1 mile north-east), Swerford (2 miles north), Church Enstone (2 miles south), Enstone (3 miles south) and Wigginton (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Banbury (9 miles north-east), Bicester (13 miles east), Witney (12 miles south), Carterton (14 miles south-west), Kidlington (11 miles south-east) and Bure Park (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Little Tew
We work in homes and buildings around The Falkland Arms Public House, among other places. A little further out are Old Forge Museum (Great Tew) (0.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
Little Tew questions
Will you come out to Little Tew?
Yes, Little Tew is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Little Tew?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
How long does the visit take?
Allow between one and two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Little Tew?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Patching the spot above the stain often doesn’t work. Because water travels, the real entry point may be somewhere else. An investigation finds the likely cause first. In a small place like Little Tew, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- 20+ years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. In a small place like Little Tew, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from ground level, windows and the roof where safe.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
How to prepare
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Prices for roof leak investigations in Little Tew
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.