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Roof survey in Enslow, Oxfordshire
Roof surveys in Enslow from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
About our roof survey in Enslow
Three packages cover most roofs: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. If you’re worried about debris building up in roof valleys and standing water on a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Enslow may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- Enslow (OX5)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack. We note any lean or loose pots.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. We check for loose ridge tiles and missing mortar, as wind can lift them.
What a roof survey looks like in Enslow
Blenheim Palace, about 3 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Enslow. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. 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. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Landlords with a home close to Tackley station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of Holy Cross, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Enslow is about 7 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Enslow is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Enslow and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: OX5. If you need a roof survey at a property on Station Road, Lince Lane and Ingleby Paddocks or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover Bletchingdon (1 mile east), Kirtlington (1 mile north-east), Hampton Poyle (2 miles south-east), Kidlington (3 miles south) and Weston-on-the-Green (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (8 miles south), Banbury (14 miles north), Bicester (7 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south), Witney (10 miles south-west) and Carterton (14 miles south-west).
Near you in Enslow
Around Enslow, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Marlborough Church of England School and Rock Of Gibraltar Public House and the streets around them. Enslow’s nearest station is Tackley station, roughly 1.5 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (2.6 miles west). For a walk, there’s Woodsides Meadow.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from ground level. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or to a real problem being missed. We tell you what’s really needed. For older village homes like those around Enslow, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Enslow
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Common roof problems in Enslow
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone, letting tiles move.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Take a building like Bletchingdon Parochial Church of England Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What insurance they carry
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Towns and villages near Enslow
Also in Enslow
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- File the report with your home documents
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Check we can open the loft hatch
We email the report to you. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each finding is set out in plain English.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes an hour or two for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Enslow, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Enslow
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Enslow questions
Are there drone restrictions around Enslow?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Oxford Airport is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Will you come out to Enslow?
Yes. Enslow is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Enslow?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.