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Roof survey in Murcott, Oxfordshire
We carry out roof surveys in Murcott and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on any day of the week.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
How a roof survey works in Murcott
We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You don’t need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey chimney stacks, the roof space and lead flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are standing water on a flat roof and torn or sagging underlay.
Village roofs frequently 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 often the first to give way.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Murcott (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Murcott
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Loose chimney pots
- Standing water on a flat roof
Landlords with a home close to Islip station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What exactly goes into their report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their report turnaround times
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Tile-hanging on walls and dormer cheeks is checked as part of the roof where it is relevant. Gaps in tile-hanging let water reach the wall behind.
Your questions about roof surveys in Murcott
I let a flat near Islip station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building.
Is Murcott within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it is safe. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Murcott?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only when it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where it applies.
Prices for roof surveys in Murcott
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Anything about access we should know
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Nearby places to Murcott
Other services in Murcott
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- File the report with your home documents
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
Your report arrives by email. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each finding is set out in plain English.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take between one and two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Murcott, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Roof surveys around Murcott
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Historic houses such as Boarstall Tower, about 2.7 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Murcott goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For businesses in and around places like Bicester Avenue, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Murcott is about 4 miles south of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. In Murcott, as across Oxfordshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Murcott. Oxford is in our area too.
All of OX5 is within our area for roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Fencott (1 mile north-west), Merton (1 mile north-west), Charlton-on-Otmoor (1 mile west), Upper Arncott (2 miles north-east) and Lower Arncott (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (7 miles south-west), Bicester (4 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south-west), Witney (15 miles west), Thame (10 miles south-east) and Kidlington (6 miles west).
Landmarks near Murcott
Murcott’s nearest station is Islip station, roughly 3.7 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Bicester Community Hospital (4.1 miles north) and Bicester Avenue (3.5 miles north). Open spaces near Murcott include Otmoor RSPB reserve and Graven Hill.
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.