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Roof survey in Sarsden, Oxfordshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Sarsden. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Do you need a roof survey in Sarsden?
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Landlords with a home close to Kingham station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- When you’ll get the report
Roof survey in Sarsden: what you get
Everything we check, we check safely: 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 it applies, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. We survey lead flashings, ridges, hips and valleys and natural slate, and people most often book us about gutters that overflow in heavy rain and standing water on a flat roof.
Some older homes in villages like Sarsden are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Sarsden (OX7)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Sarsden homes and their roofs
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Anyone responsible for a site like Chipping Norton School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Chastleton House, about 4.3 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Sarsden. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Sarsden is about 9 miles north-west of Witney, in Oxfordshire. In Sarsden, as across Oxfordshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
We survey roofs across OX7 for roof surveys and the streets around it. We also cover Churchill (1 mile north-west), Chipping Norton (3 miles north-east), Salford (3 miles north), Over Norton (3 miles north-east) and Great Rollright (5 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Banbury (15 miles north-east), Witney (9 miles south-east), Carterton (10 miles south), Kidlington (14 miles south-east), Neithrop (14 miles north-east) and Grimsbury (15 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Sarsden
We work in homes and buildings around The Chequers pub. For rail, the closest station is Kingham station, roughly 2.2 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Chipping Norton Museum (2.6 miles north-east) and Wheelbarrow Castle (4.9 miles north).
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Also in Sarsden
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sarsden
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
FAQs for Sarsden
Do you cover smaller places like Sarsden?
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 Kingham station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
How do I book a survey in Sarsden?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It’s emailed to you.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Leave it or get it looked at?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Sarsden, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why book us in Sarsden
- An independent look at the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- Package prices that include VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In a small place like Sarsden, access is typically 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 let us know about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To get a price for roof surveys in Sarsden, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.