Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Headington
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Headington and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
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.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Check insulation does not block the airflow at the eaves.
About our roof survey in Headington
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. If you’ve noticed torn or sagging underlay and debris building up in roof valleys, we can find out what’s behind it, on natural slate, ridges, hips and valleys and flat roofs alike.
In a smaller place like Headington, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. A proper look shows whether anything has started to loosen. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Headington (OX3)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a roof survey in Headington?
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
If you live near a park such as Bury Knowle Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
What to check before booking
- When you will get the report
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
Questions from Headington
I let a flat near Oxford station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is my home in Headington listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Is Headington in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Headington included.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Nearby places to Headington
Also in Headington
Why act early in Headington
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. When they do, water comes straight into the house. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. On a bungalow or cottage around Headington, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book us in Headington
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Roof surveys in Headington: local notes
With Holywell Manor about 1.6 miles west, Headington sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Shop and office owners around Clarendon Shopping Centre may find that knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. If you live in an older home near St Andrew's Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Headington is about 1 mile north-east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Headington can all book roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Headington is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover for roof surveys.
Surveys in OX3 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer roof surveys to properties on Upway Road, Osler Road and Beech Road. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Northway (1 mile north-west), Headington Quarry (1 mile south-east), Headington Hill (1 mile south-west), New Marston (1 mile west) and Oxford (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Didcot (11 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south-west), Witney (12 miles west), Thame (10 miles east) and Wantage (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Headington
Around Headington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near White Hart Inn, Bury Knowle Park and Cheney School. Nearby too are Headington Rye Oxford (0.7 miles south-west), English Faculty Library (1.6 miles west) and Holy Trinity Church (0.8 miles south-east). The nearest railway station is Oxford station, about 2.6 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Rumble Museum (0.9 miles south-west) and Churchill Hospital (under half a mile west). For a walk, there is CS Lewis Nature Reserve and Headington Hill.
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. A visit to a smaller place like Headington is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- 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.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Booking your survey
We will usually ask about:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.