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Roof Survey in Somerton
Need a roof survey in Somerton? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Loose chimney pots
Somerton homes and their roofs
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
The streets around a church such as Church of St James are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Somerton is about 6 miles north-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. If you’re in Somerton, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Somerton and the places around it. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Every address in OX25 is within our area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Water Street, Wharf Lane and Ardley Road or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Somerton, we cover Fritwell (2 miles east), Clifton (2 miles north), Upper Heyford (2 miles south), Souldern (2 miles north-east) and Lower Heyford (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (14 miles south), Banbury (8 miles north), Bicester (6 miles south-east), Witney (15 miles south-west), Kidlington (9 miles south) and Headington Quarry (14 miles south).
Near you in Somerton
The closest station to Somerton is Heyford station, about 2.7 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Deddington Castle (2.4 miles north-west).
Roof survey in Somerton
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. Common reasons to book are debris building up in roof valleys and flashings that have come away from the wall, on chimney stacks, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space.
Some older homes in villages like Somerton 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.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Somerton (OX25)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Worn or split lead lets water straight in.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- File the report with your home documents
We email the report to you, with photos of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each finding is set out in plain English.
Every so frequently, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
FAQs for Somerton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Somerton?
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.
I let a flat near Heyford station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
How do I book a survey in Somerton?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
Common roof problems in Somerton
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot, letting tiles move.
Common reasons to book include:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
If you own a rental within reach of Heyford station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
What to check before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What the survey won’t cover
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you get a written report with photos
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a hamlet or village like Somerton, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, 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.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
Why get it checked now?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from ground level. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. Around Somerton, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Somerton
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID