Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Shillingford
We carry out roof surveys in Shillingford and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
What happens on the day
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Shillingford, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
About our roof survey in Shillingford
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages frequently have flat roofs. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof, so they deserve a close look. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. We survey flat roofs, ridges, hips and valleys and clay and concrete tiles, and people most often book us about debris building up in roof valleys and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings.
Somewhere as small as Shillingford, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Shillingford (OX10)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Shillingford
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and damp timber slowly weakens. Catching it early means less to put right. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Shillingford, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
For a price for your roof in Shillingford, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Package prices that include VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
When to book a survey in Shillingford
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, particularly near trees.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
Anyone responsible for a site like St Laurence Church of England (A) School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What the survey will not cover
Common questions in Shillingford
I let a flat near Cholsey station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shillingford?
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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit usually takes an hour or two for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We will give you an idea of timing when you book.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
Do you go up on the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Different roofs, different checks
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.
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. That is why we check them closely.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Shillingford
Shillingford is about 3 miles from RAF Benson. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Historic houses such as Brightwell Manor, about 1.8 miles south-west, show how far back building around Shillingford goes. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. If you own a rental within reach of Cholsey station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Shillingford is about 5 miles east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Shillingford and the rest of Oxfordshire. Shillingford is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work. Oxford is in our area too.
We work across the OX10 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a roof survey at a property on Warborough Road, New Road and Hartley Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Warborough (1 mile north), Dorchester (1 mile north-west), Brightwell-cum-Sotwell (1 mile south-west), Benson (2 miles south-east) and Berrick Salome (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (9 miles north-west), Didcot (5 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles north-west), Thame (11 miles north-east), Wantage (13 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Shillingford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Six Bells Inn and Wallingford School. The closest station to Shillingford is Cholsey station, roughly 4.3 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum (1.9 miles north) and Brightwell Castle (1.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Ewelme Watercress Beds and Wittenham Clumps.
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.