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Roof Leak Investigation in Shilton
Tracing where water is getting into your roof across Shilton, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Upstands seal the edge of a flat roof where it meets a wall. If it’s too low, cracked or poorly dressed, water gets behind it.
Parapet and box gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. Problems there often show in the rooms on the top floor.
How a roof leak investigation works in Shilton
Our roof leak investigations cover Shilton and the wider South East. We visit on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. We look inside and out, at flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details. You get a report with photographs and recommendations. If it is leaking right now, contain the water and keep it clear of electrics, and then ring 07833 053749 or email us. If you’ve noticed damp ceilings under a flat roof and damp walls below an overflowing gutter, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Shilton, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We check what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Shilton (OX18)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What else we do in Shilton
How it works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Shilton can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- 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.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Shilton
About 4 miles north-east lies Minster Lovell Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Shilton has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as 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. 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of the Holy Rood, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Shilton is about 1 mile north-west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We visit Shilton as part of our work across Oxfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Roof leak investigations in OX18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include The Hill, Church Lane and Ladburn Lane. We also cover the places around Shilton: Bradwell (1 mile west), Kencot (2 miles south) and Alvescot (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Witney (5 miles east), Wantage (15 miles south-east), Grove (14 miles south-east), Faringdon (9 miles south), Kidlington (14 miles east) and Chipping Norton (12 miles north).
Near you in Shilton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Carterton Primary School and The Rose And Crown Inn, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Bronze Age Bowl Barrow (2.9 miles south-east) and Swinford Museum (3.2 miles south-west).
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Tell us about any past repairs to the roof
Your report arrives by email. It sets out where we believe the water is getting in, how it is travelling and what needs attention. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Look at the roof from ground level after strong winds. Pieces of slate or tile in the garden mean something has moved. Small faults dealt with quickly rarely become leaks.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Shilton
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
FAQs for Shilton
How do I find out if my home in Shilton is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you come out to Shilton?
Yes, Shilton is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
What will the report tell me?
A report with photographs, covering the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Why does not the damp patch line up with the hole?
Rain that gets in will run along whatever it lands on. On a flat roof it can travel under the covering before it shows. Tracing that path is the heart of a leak investigation.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Is thermal imaging part of a leak investigation?
It can, when the conditions are right. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, which can show up on the image. We always check what it shows with moisture readings.
Common roof problems in Shilton
Condensation is often mistaken for a leak. Moist air from bathrooms and kitchens condenses on the cold underside of the roof, particularly where ventilation is poor. Drips from nails and damp underlay are typical signs.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
Anyone responsible for a site like Carterton Community College will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
What to check before booking
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What exactly goes into their report