Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Hardwick, Oxfordshire
Roof surveys across Hardwick, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hardwick
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. Standard and Premium go further, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles, and people most often book us about slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and debris building up in roof valleys.
In a small place like Hardwick, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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 frequently where weather gets in first.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Hardwick (OX27)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, so you can compare it next time. Older cottages and farmhouses around Hardwick can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Local roofs in Hardwick
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Hardwick is about 4 miles north of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. If you are in Hardwick, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Hardwick. There’s also a page for Oxford.
We survey roofs across OX27 for roof surveys. Other places close to Hardwick include Hethe (1 mile east), Stoke Lyne (1 mile south-west), Fringford (2 miles east), Bucknell (3 miles south-west) and Stratton Audley (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (15 miles south), Banbury (10 miles north-west), Bicester (4 miles south), Kidlington (11 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (14 miles south) and Bure Park (4 miles south).
Near you in Hardwick
Typical jobs here are in homes near Whitmore Arms Public House. The closest station to Hardwick is Bicester North station, about 4.2 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Ardley Castle (2.8 miles south-west) and Bicester Community Hospital (4.6 miles south).
Hardwick questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hardwick?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Hardwick?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Hardwick can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Hardwick
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Useful tips for Hardwick property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Let us know about past leaks
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Keep the roof space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Check insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
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Common roof problems in Hardwick
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
If you own a rental within reach of Bicester North station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before you book anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether VAT is added on top
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.