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Roof survey in Newnham Murren, Oxfordshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Newnham Murren and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
What we cannot see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Roof survey in Newnham Murren
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. We are frequently asked to look into worn or blocked valleys and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, on lead flashings, clay and concrete tiles and chimney stacks.
In a small place like Newnham Murren, many roofs stand in the open, 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. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Newnham Murren (OX10)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. We check them before they cause trouble. Older and listed buildings around Newnham Murren may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
What you get with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Surveys seven days a week
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Your questions about roof surveys in Newnham Murren
Is Newnham Murren within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Cholsey station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, like serious sagging, we will say so. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We don’t put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Also near Newnham Murren
More services for Newnham Murren
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Newnham Murren homes and their roofs
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. RAF Benson is about 2 miles from Newnham Murren. If your survey includes the drone, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Crowmarsh Gifford Church of England School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Brightwell Manor lies about 2.5 miles north-west, so building around Newnham Murren goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Newnham Murren is about 2 miles south of Benson, in Oxfordshire. We visit Newnham Murren as part of our work across Oxfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Newnham Murren is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover. There is also a page for Reading.
We work across the OX10 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on The Street, Halifax Road and Hasthorpe Road and the roads around them. We also cover Crowmarsh Gifford (1 mile north-east), Mongewell (1 mile south), Winterbrook (1 mile south-west), North Stoke (2 miles south) and Cholsey (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (12 miles north-west), Didcot (6 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles north-east), Wantage (13 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (10 miles south-east).
Near you in Newnham Murren
In Newnham Murren, that means homes and buildings near Kinecroft, Wallingford School and Wallingford School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Cholsey station, about 2.5 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Wallingford Castle (0.6 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Wittenham Clumps and Cholsey Marsh.
When to book a survey in Newnham Murren
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Homes near green spaces such as Kinecroft can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Will the report include photos?
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Which limits apply to the survey
How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Rural addresses near Newnham Murren 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Useful tips for Newnham Murren property owners
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
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Keep the report with your property records
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.