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Roof survey in Idbury, Oxfordshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Idbury, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Standing water on a flat roof
How a roof survey works in Idbury
Three packages cover most roofs: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, like moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Every package includes a written report. We survey flat roofs, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we are asked to look at most are slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and debris building up in roof valleys.
In a small place like Idbury, 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 written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Idbury (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Idbury, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Worn or split lead lets water straight in.
Nearby places to Idbury
What else we do in Idbury
Prices for roof surveys in Idbury
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The roof’s overall size
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: 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.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Local roofs in Idbury
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
If you let a flat or house near Kingham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Idbury is about 8 miles north of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Idbury can all book roof surveys. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Idbury and the places around it. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
We work across OX7 for roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Fifield (1 mile south), Foscot (2 miles north-east), Milton-under-Wychwood (2 miles south-east), Fulbrook (5 miles south) and Little Barrington (5 miles south). Further out, we also cover Witney (10 miles south-east), Carterton (8 miles south), Chipping Norton (6 miles north-east), Woodstock (14 miles east), Cogges (10 miles south-east) and Eynsham (14 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Idbury
Around Idbury, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Merrymouth Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Idbury is Kingham station, roughly 2.1 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Moore Cottage Hospital (4.2 miles west).
Why act early in Idbury
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, so you can compare it next time. Older cottages and farmhouses around Idbury can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book with us
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys on any day of the week
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
FAQs for Idbury
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Kingham station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
How do I find out if my home in Idbury is listed?
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.
Is Idbury in your area?
Yes. We cover Idbury and the rest of Oxfordshire. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
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 it applies.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when booking.
Common roof problems in Idbury
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.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Torn or sagging underlay
If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Will the report include photos?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the price includes VAT