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Horton-cum-Studley Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof surveys in Horton-cum-Studley, with photos and a clear written report.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted.
Roof survey in Horton-cum-Studley
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, but the fixings and underlay beneath them frequently give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. Typical surveys look at leaning or weathered chimney stacks and flashings that have come away from the wall, across flat roofs, lead flashings and chimney stacks.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, 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 often where weather gets in first.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Horton-cum-Studley (OX33)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a hamlet or village like Horton-cum-Studley, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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When to book a survey in Horton-cum-Studley
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.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Debris building up in roof valleys
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Barnabas, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Horton-cum-Studley
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you live near a park like Katie and George Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. With Boarstall Tower about 2.2 miles north-east, the area around Horton-cum-Studley has a long history. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Horton-cum-Studley is about 6 miles north-east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Horton-cum-Studley is one of many places we visit across Oxfordshire. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
All of OX33 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer roof surveys to properties on The Green, Church Lane and Oakley Road. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Murcott (2 miles north), Fencott (3 miles north-west), Charlton-on-Otmoor (3 miles north-west), Upper Arncott (3 miles north) and Merton (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (6 miles south-west), Didcot (14 miles south), Bicester (7 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles south-west), Witney (15 miles west) and Thame (8 miles south-east).
What’s near Horton-cum-Studley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Katie and George Park, among other places. Horton-cum-Studley’s nearest station is Islip station, about 4.4 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Churchill Hospital (4.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Horton-cum-Studley includes Shotover and Bernwood Meadows.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Horton-cum-Studley
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Horton-cum-Studley. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Height and safe access
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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FAQs for Horton-cum-Studley
Will you come out to Horton-cum-Studley?
Yes, Horton-cum-Studley is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Horton-cum-Studley listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we will say so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How do I book a survey in Horton-cum-Studley?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.