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Roof Survey in Kingston Blount
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Kingston Blount, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
About our roof survey in Kingston Blount
We inspect what can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and lead flashings, and people most often book us about slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and debris building up in roof valleys.
Older buildings in small places like Kingston Blount may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Kingston Blount (OX39)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Kingston Blount
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Aston Rowant Church of England Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For landlords with property near Princes Risborough station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you live in an older home near Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Kingston Blount is about 4 miles south-east of Thame, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Kingston Blount as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Every address in OX39 is covered for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on High Street, Pleck Lane and Old Croft Close or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Crowell (1 mile east), Oakley (1 mile north-east), Aston Rowant (1 mile south-west), Crowell Hill (1 mile south-east) and Postcombe (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (13 miles west), Didcot (15 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles west), Thame (4 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (11 miles south) and Benson (9 miles south-west).
Around Kingston Blount
Around Kingston Blount, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Cherry Tree pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Kingston Blount is Princes Risborough station, about 4.2 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Thame Community Hospital (4.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Kingston Blount include Bald Hill and Oakley Hill nature reserve.
Can I check my roof myself?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
Many Victorian and Edwardian houses have slate roofs. Widespread slipping normally points to corroded nails, which we describe in the report.
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Kingston Blount, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Kingston Blount questions
Will you come out to Kingston Blount?
Yes, Kingston Blount is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Kingston Blount?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Kingston Blount?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Without a survey, you’re guessing at what the roof needs. You might pay for work that does not fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. Older and listed buildings around Kingston Blount may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Photos and a written report every time
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we can’t see
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A structural engineer’s report
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
Also near Kingston Blount
Also in Kingston Blount
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Check we can open the loft hatch
Keep the report with your property records. It’s a useful baseline for future surveys, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Keep the roof space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.