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Roof survey in East Lockinge, Oxfordshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in East Lockinge? We carry out roof surveys in East Lockinge and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
About our roof survey in East Lockinge
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. If you’re worried about blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and torn or sagging underlay, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like East Lockinge 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- East Lockinge (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in East Lockinge
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Mortar crumbles, the flaunching around the pots cracks and stacks can lean. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Debris building up in roof valleys
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether VAT is added on top
Landlords, agents and block managers in East Lockinge
Landlords, agents and building managers in East Lockinge and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What affects the price in East Lockinge
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
These details help when you get in touch:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The property’s address and postcode
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit typically takes about one to two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Rural addresses near East Lockinge 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. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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 look at the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
Roof surveys around East Lockinge
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Whatever the street in East Lockinge, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
East Lockinge is about 2 miles east of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in East Lockinge is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Across Oxfordshire, we cover East Lockinge. Oxford is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the OX12 postcode area for roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Ardington (1 mile north), West Hendred (1 mile north-east), East Hendred (2 miles north-east), Rowstock (3 miles east) and Farnborough (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (13 miles north-east), Didcot (6 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north-east), Witney (15 miles north), Grove (3 miles north-west) and Faringdon (10 miles north-west).
What’s near East Lockinge
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Boar's Head pub. Other landmarks nearby include Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (2.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
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East Lockinge: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in East Lockinge?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and East Lockinge is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Do you cover smaller places like East Lockinge?
Yes. East Lockinge is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
How long does the visit take?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it is wearing, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.