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Roof survey in Netherton, Oxfordshire
Roof surveys around Netherton, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Roof survey in Netherton: what you get
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and ridges, hips and valleys, and people most frequently book us about ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and valley linings that have cracked or split.
In a small place like Netherton, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Netherton (OX13)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Netherton homes and their roofs
The wider area around Netherton has a long history of building, with Appleton Manor about 2 miles north-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Take a building like John Blandy Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Netherton is about 5 miles west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Netherton are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Netherton. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
All of OX13 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Netherton, we cover Fyfield (1 mile south-east), Tubney (1 mile east), Frilford Heath (2 miles east), Frilford (2 miles south-east) and Cothill (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (8 miles north-east), Didcot (8 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (5 miles east), Witney (8 miles north-west), Carterton (10 miles north-west) and Wantage (7 miles south).
What’s near Netherton
Around Netherton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The White Hart Inn and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Hinton Waldrist Castle (2.7 miles west) and Abingdon Community Hospital (4.2 miles east). Not far away are Hitchcopse Pit and Cumnor Hill.
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Older roofs in small places like Netherton can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Your questions about roof surveys in Netherton
Is my home in Netherton listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover Netherton?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Netherton is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
What does a roof survey include?
All the main parts of the roof: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Signs you need a roof survey in Netherton
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Take an older house close to Church of St Nicholas: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their track record with similar roofs
Surveys for landlords and agents in Netherton
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Netherton. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- File the report with your home documents
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Stay off ladders and the roof
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
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.
How the survey changes by roof type
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.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years.
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Honest limits
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate