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Roof Survey in Gosford
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Gosford and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
How a roof survey works in Gosford
We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it is safe. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We’re often asked to look into debris building up in roof valleys and loose ridge or hip tiles, across clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and ridges, hips and valleys.
In a village or hamlet like Gosford, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Gosford (OX5)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for roof surveys in Gosford
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Roof surveys in Gosford: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Gosford is about 3 miles from Oxford Airport. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Oxford Parkway station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you live in an older home near Saint John the Baptist Hall Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. With Holywell Manor about 4.1 miles south, the area around Gosford has a long history. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Gosford is about 5 miles north of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. If you’re in Gosford, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Gosford.
We survey roofs across the OX5 postcode area for roof surveys. If you’re just outside Gosford, we cover Kidlington (1 mile north-west), Islip (2 miles north-east), Hampton Poyle (2 miles north), Bletchingdon (3 miles north) and Enslow (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Oxford (5 miles south), Didcot (14 miles south), Bicester (8 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles south), Witney (10 miles west) and Carterton (14 miles west).
Near you in Gosford
Typical jobs here are in homes near Gosford Hill School and Kings Arms Public House And Attached Mounting Block, among other places. The closest station to Gosford is Oxford Parkway station, roughly 0.7 miles south. Nearby you will also find Acland Hospital (3.6 miles south) and Oxford Castle (4.3 miles south). The countryside around Gosford includes Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Headington Hill.
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere like Gosford needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets in another room
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
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Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
Gosford: your questions answered
I let a flat near Oxford Parkway station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Gosford?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Gosford is about 3 miles from Oxford Airport, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Do you work in Gosford?
Yes. We survey roofs in Gosford and the rest of Oxfordshire. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report.
How much does a roof survey cost in Gosford?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
Checking the roof from ground level
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.
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.
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Why act early in Gosford
It’s easier to plan roof work than to react to it. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than waiting for something to fail. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Gosford, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book us in Gosford
- An independent look at the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.