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Roof Survey in Ardley
Roof surveys around Ardley, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Roof survey in Ardley: what you get
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. If your home is a Victorian terrace, it may have Welsh slate, a butterfly roof and parapet gutters, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. If you’ve noticed flashings that have come away from the wall and loose ridge or hip tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, on the roof space, natural slate and ridges, hips and valleys alike.
Some older homes in villages like Ardley are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Location
- Ardley (OX27)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. As for time on site, it typically takes between one and two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a small place like Ardley, 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. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
When to book a survey in Ardley
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
If you let a flat or house near Bicester North station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
What to check before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How soon the report will arrive
Local roofs in Ardley
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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Ardley is about 4 miles north-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Ardley, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: OX27. We offer roof surveys to properties on Church Road, Station Road and Somerton Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Ardley include Fewcott (1 mile north-west), Fritwell (1 mile north-west), Upper Heyford (2 miles south-west), Middleton Stoney (2 miles south) and Souldern (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (13 miles south), Banbury (10 miles north-west), Bicester (4 miles south-east), Kidlington (9 miles south), Headington Quarry (13 miles south) and Bure Park (3 miles south-east).
What’s near Ardley
Around Ardley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Fox and Hounds pub. Ardley’s nearest station is Bicester North station, about 3.8 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Ardley Castle (less than half a mile west) and Bicester Community Hospital (3.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Ardley includes Graven Hill.
Why get it checked now?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You will know what a buyer’s survey might pick up, or at least know what to expect. In a small place like Ardley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent view of the roof
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Over 20 years’ experience
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Questions from Ardley
Will you come out to Ardley?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can a landlord with a rental near Bicester North station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How much does a roof survey cost in Ardley?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the roof space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it normally takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Report times depend on the package.
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What affects the price in Ardley
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.