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Roof survey in Fencott, Oxfordshire
Roof surveys in Fencott from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Torn or sagging underlay
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Fencott
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them frequently give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. If you’ve noticed debris building up in roof valleys and standing water on a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Fencott, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Fencott (OX5)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- A structural engineer’s report
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
Why get it checked now?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than calling someone out after a storm. Older and listed buildings around Fencott may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded.
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We look at how the covering is wearing.
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
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Useful tips for Fencott property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Let us know about past leaks
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
Fencott questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fencott?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Islip station?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details as you book.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. We do not provide structural calculations.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Rural addresses near Fencott can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- 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.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Roof surveys around Fencott
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. The wider area around Fencott has a long history of building, with Boarstall Tower about 3.2 miles south-east. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Charlton-on-Otmoor Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you own a rental within reach of Islip station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you run a business near Bicester Avenue, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Fencott is about 4 miles south of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Fencott is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Fencott is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work for roof surveys. You can also see our page for Oxford.
We cover every part of the OX5 postcode area for roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Murcott (1 mile south-east), Charlton-on-Otmoor (1 mile west), Merton (1 mile north), Upper Arncott (2 miles east) and Wendlebury (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (7 miles south-west), Bicester (4 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south-west), Witney (14 miles west), Thame (11 miles south-east) and Kidlington (5 miles west).
What’s near Fencott
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Crown pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Islip station, roughly 3.2 miles west. A little further out are Bicester Avenue (3.2 miles north) and Bicester Community Hospital (3.8 miles north). Not far away are Otmoor RSPB reserve and Graven Hill.