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Roof Survey in Lower Basildon
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Lower Basildon, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Loose chimney pots
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
About our roof survey in Lower Basildon
We inspect whatever is safely visible: 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, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We are often asked to look into loose ridge or hip tiles and worn or blocked valleys, on lead flashings, natural slate and the roof space.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. 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 frequently the first to give way.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Lower Basildon (RG8)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Lower Basildon
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- The property’s address and postcode
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
The survey, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can safely be seen, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes an hour or two at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Rural addresses near Lower Basildon 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. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
If you are planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. Outbuildings and barns around Lower Basildon are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book us in Lower Basildon
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 98% of clients satisfied
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Towns and villages near Lower Basildon
Also in Lower Basildon
Roof surveys in Lower Basildon: local notes
Basildon Park, about 0.3 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lower Basildon. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Bartholomew's Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Lower Basildon is about 7 miles west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in Lower Basildon is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Lower Basildon. There’s also a page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: RG8. Other places close to Lower Basildon include Goring (2 miles north), Elvendon (2 miles north-east), Streatley (2 miles north-west), South Stoke (3 miles north) and Hungerford Green (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (9 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Wantage (14 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (9 miles east), Grove (15 miles north-west) and Benson (8 miles north).
Near you in Lower Basildon
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Old Tavern and the streets around them. Lower Basildon’s nearest station is Goring & Streatley station, roughly 1.4 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Yattendon Castle (4.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Hartslock.
Common questions in Lower Basildon
Is Lower Basildon within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
I let a flat near Goring & Streatley station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access as you book.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it typically takes between one and two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
How much does a roof survey cost in Lower Basildon?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move, leaving gaps along the courses.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Worn or split lead lets water straight in, and lead is a target for theft.
Common roof problems in Lower Basildon
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
Landlords with a home close to Goring & Streatley station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Useful tips for Lower Basildon property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.