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Roof survey in Henwood, Oxfordshire
Roof surveys in Henwood from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Worn or blocked valleys
About our roof survey in Henwood
We inspect what can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. Typical surveys look at loose ridge or hip tiles and worn or blocked valleys, across flat roofs, the roof space and chimney stacks.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Henwood (OX1)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Henwood
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What we need to know
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Also near Henwood
Also in Henwood
The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it usually takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Rural addresses near Henwood can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Henwood homes and their roofs
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Appleton Manor, about 1.7 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Henwood. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Wootton St Peter's Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near Oxford station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Henwood is about 3 miles north-west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. If you are in Henwood, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of OX1 is within our area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Cumnor Road, Hill View Lane and White Hill Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Henwood: Wootton (1 mile south), Cumnor (1 mile north-west), Chawley (1 mile north), Appleton (2 miles west) and Dean Court (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (5 miles north-east), Didcot (8 miles south-east), Bicester (15 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles south-east), Witney (9 miles north-west) and Carterton (12 miles west).
What’s near Henwood
Typical jobs here are in homes near Matthew Arnold School and The Bystander pub. The nearest railway station is Oxford station, roughly 3.4 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Westgate Shopping Centre (3.5 miles north-east) and The Story Museum (3.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Henwood include Cumnor Hill and Lashford Lane Fen.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. For older village homes like those around Henwood, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Henwood
- Surveys seven days a week
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Henwood
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.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Henwood and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Signs you need a roof survey in Henwood
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that isn’t firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
If you run a business near Westgate Shopping Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Before you book anyone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
FAQs for Henwood
Will you come out to Henwood?
Yes, Henwood is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can a landlord with a rental near Oxford station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.