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Roof survey in Poundon, Oxfordshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Poundon, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Poundon homes and their roofs
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Claydon House, about 4.5 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Poundon. 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.
Poundon is about 4 miles east of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Poundon and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Poundon is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work. Oxford is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: OX27. If you’re just outside Poundon, we cover Twyford (1 mile north-east), Marsh Gibbon (2 miles south), Charndon (2 miles south-east), Calvert (3 miles east) and Preston Bissett (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Oxford (14 miles south-west), Bicester (4 miles west), Thame (13 miles south), Kidlington (12 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (13 miles south-west) and Bure Park (4 miles west).
Local landmarks in Poundon
In Poundon, that means homes and buildings near The Sow and Pigs pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Poundon is Bicester North station, roughly 4.1 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Bicester Community Hospital (4.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Graven Hill and Calvert Jubilee.
About our roof survey in Poundon
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. If you’ve noticed flashings that have come away from the wall and valley linings that have cracked or split, we can find out what’s behind it.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Poundon (OX27)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Poundon
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Bicester North station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How do I find out if my home in Poundon is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it is safe. You get a report with photos and recommendations.
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.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is 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. Around Poundon, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Poundon
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
When to book a survey in Poundon
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Torn or sagging underlay
If you own a rental within reach of Bicester North station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- What experience they bring
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Useful tips for Poundon property owners
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate