Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Fernham, Oxfordshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Fernham, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Landlords, agents and block managers in Fernham
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
How a roof survey works in Fernham
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. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey the roof space, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are leaning or weathered chimney stacks and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken.
In a small place like Fernham, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Fernham (SN7)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What else we do in Fernham
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Which survey package you book
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How big the roof is
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Why act early in Fernham
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, so you can compare it next time. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Fernham, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Common roof problems in Fernham
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
Look out for signs like these:
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
The streets around a church such as Church of St John are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Fernham homes and their roofs
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you look after a building such as Faringdon Community College, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Buscot Park lies about 4.3 miles north-west, so building around Fernham goes back a long way. If yours is one of the older homes, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up.
Fernham is about 7 miles west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. We carry out roof surveys for homes and businesses in Fernham and nearby. Fernham is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover for roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: SN7. We cover properties on High Street, Church Lane and The Green. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Little Coxwell (1 mile north-west), Baulking (2 miles south-east), Uffington (2 miles south-east), Shellingford (2 miles north-east) and Faringdon (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Didcot (14 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles east), Witney (12 miles north), Carterton (10 miles north), Wantage (7 miles east) and Grove (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Fernham
Other landmarks nearby include Faringdon Castle (2.4 miles north) and Uffington Museum (1.8 miles south). The countryside around Fernham includes Badbury Hill.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a small place like Fernham, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 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 report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Fernham questions
Is Fernham in the area you cover?
Yes, Fernham is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Fernham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Fernham?
Simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only when it is safe. We also use views from ground level, windows and the loft space, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.