Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Ewelme Roof Survey
We carry out roof surveys in Ewelme and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs. On timing, it normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. For a village or hamlet like Ewelme, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
About our roof survey in Ewelme
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey lead flashings, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are worn or blocked valleys and lifted, split or missing lead flashings.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Ewelme (OX10)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ewelme
Letting agents and landlords in Ewelme book surveys as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Common questions in Ewelme
Is Ewelme within the area you cover?
Yes. Ewelme is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Are there drone restrictions around Ewelme?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. RAF Benson is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Do you go up on the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from ground level, windows and the loft space, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. We send it by email.
How do I book a survey in Ewelme?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Useful tips for Ewelme property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Let us know about past leaks
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Ewelme
A small roof defect typically gets bigger. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. For an older or listed building in a place like Ewelme, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
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. Do not go up yourself.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Ewelme
Ewelme is about 2 miles from RAF Benson. If your survey includes the drone, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first. 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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Ewelme CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Brightwell Manor lies about 4.2 miles west, so building around Ewelme goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Ewelme is about 8 miles east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We carry out roof surveys in Ewelme for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Ewelme is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover for roof surveys. There is also a page for Oxford.
We work across OX10 for roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a roof survey at a property on High Street, Parson's Lane and Burrows Hill or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Roke (2 miles north-west), Britwell Salome (2 miles north-east), Brightwell Baldwin (2 miles north), Watlington (3 miles north-east) and Chalgrove (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (11 miles north-west), Didcot (8 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles north-west), Thame (10 miles north-east), Wantage (15 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (9 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Ewelme
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Greyhound At Ewelme Public House. Well-known places in the area include Wallingford Castle (2.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Ewelme Watercress Beds and Wittenham Clumps.