Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Moreton, Oxfordshire
We carry out roof surveys in Moreton and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on any day of the week.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose chimney pots
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Where tiles hang on walls or dormers, we look at them too. Gaps in tile-hanging let water reach the wall behind.
About our roof survey in Moreton
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. Typical surveys look at worn or blocked valleys and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, across chimney stacks, flat roofs and natural slate.
Somewhere as small as Moreton, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Moreton (OX9)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Moreton
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. With Adwell House about 3.3 miles south, Moreton sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
The streets around a church like Church of St Mary are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Landlords with a home close to Haddenham & Thame Parkway station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Moreton is about 1 mile south-west of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Moreton, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Here we cover the OX9 postcode area for roof surveys. If you are just outside Moreton, we cover Thame (1 mile north-east), Towersey (2 miles east), Long Crendon (3 miles north), Sydenham (3 miles south-east) and Emmington (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (10 miles west), Didcot (14 miles south-west), Bicester (13 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (15 miles south) and Kidlington (14 miles north-west).
What’s near Moreton
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and The Old Plough House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, about 3.2 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Thame Community Hospital (1.2 miles east) and Thame Museum (0.9 miles north-east). The countryside around Moreton includes Snakemoor.
When to book a survey in Moreton
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Lord Williams's School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What experience they bring
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their report turnaround times
Prices for roof surveys in Moreton
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Anything about access we should know
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Moreton
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
Questions from Moreton
Is Moreton within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can a landlord with a rental near Haddenham & Thame Parkway station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it is safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the roof space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Let us know about past leaks
- File the report with your home documents
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Photograph stains when they appear
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
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The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a village or hamlet like Moreton, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.