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Roof survey in Charlton-on-Otmoor, Oxfordshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Charlton-on-Otmoor. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Roof survey in Charlton-on-Otmoor
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. Visits run on any day of the week, so it is easy to find a day that suits. We survey natural slate, lead flashings and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Charlton-on-Otmoor (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Is Charlton-on-Otmoor within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can a landlord with a rental near Islip station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow about one to two hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Rural addresses near Charlton-on-Otmoor can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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What affects the cost of roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- House, block, shop or office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
To get a price for roof surveys in Charlton-on-Otmoor, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
What we can’t see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
What happens if roof problems are left?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. In a small place like Charlton-on-Otmoor, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
From the loft, we check the underside of a slate roof. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Roof surveys around Charlton-on-Otmoor
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Boarstall Tower, about 4 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Charlton-on-Otmoor. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary the Virgin: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you let a flat or house near Islip station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Charlton-on-Otmoor is about 5 miles south of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Roofs in Charlton-on-Otmoor get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Oxfordshire. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
We survey roofs across OX5 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include High Street, Blacksmiths Lane and Church Lane, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Fencott (1 mile east), Murcott (1 mile east), Merton (1 mile north-east), Wendlebury (2 miles north) and Horton-cum-Studley (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (6 miles south), Bicester (5 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south), Witney (13 miles west), Thame (11 miles south-east) and Kidlington (4 miles west).
Around Charlton-on-Otmoor
Around Charlton-on-Otmoor, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Crown pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Islip station, about 2.3 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Bicester Community Hospital (4.2 miles north) and Bicester Avenue (3.6 miles north). Not far away are Graven Hill and Otmoor RSPB reserve.
Do you need a roof survey in Charlton-on-Otmoor?
Not every roof problem comes from outside. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It’s frequently mistaken for a leak.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Anyone responsible for a site like Charlton-on-Otmoor Church of England Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- What insurance they carry
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What they won’t be able to tell you