Oxfordshire · London and the South East
South Hinksey Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in South Hinksey from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around South Hinksey, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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 each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Check pets are kept safely away
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Read more
About our roof survey in South Hinksey
Three packages cover most roofs: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photographs and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Every package includes a written report. We survey lead flashings, flat roofs and natural slate, and people most frequently book us about gutters that overflow in heavy rain and torn or sagging underlay.
Somewhere as small as South Hinksey, 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 be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- South Hinksey (OX1)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
It’s easier to plan roof work than to react to it. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than waiting for something to fail. Older and listed buildings around South Hinksey may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Roof survey starts 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 us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Your questions about roof surveys in South Hinksey
Is South Hinksey within the area you cover?
Yes. South Hinksey is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Oxford station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, like serious sagging, we’ll say so. We do not provide structural calculations.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We do not give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Asbestos testing of any kind
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in South Hinksey
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
Surveys for landlords and agents in South Hinksey
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Roof surveys in South Hinksey: local notes
About 1.8 miles north lies Holywell Manor, a reminder of how long the area around South Hinksey has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Lawrence, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you live near a park such as Raleigh Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. Anyone responsible for a site like New Hinksey Church of England Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
South Hinksey is about 2 miles south-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We provide roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in South Hinksey and the surrounding area. South Hinksey is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work for roof surveys.
Every address in OX1 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Barleycott Lane, St Lawrence Road and Church Close. Other places close to South Hinksey include Hinksey Hill (1 mile south), New Hinksey (1 mile north-east), Redbridge (1 mile east), Grandpont (1 mile north) and Chilswell (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (8 miles south), Bicester (13 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (13 miles east).
What’s near South Hinksey
In South Hinksey, that means homes and buildings near Alexander Library of Ornithology, Greyfriars Catholic School and Oxford Media & Business School and the streets around them. Also close by are Raleigh Park (1.3 miles north-west) and The General Elliot pub (less than half a mile north). The closest station to South Hinksey is Oxford station, about 1.5 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Oxford Castle and earlier settlement remains (1.4 miles north) and The Story Museum (1.3 miles north). Not far away are Lashford Lane Fen and Harcourt Hill.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Nearby places to South Hinksey
Other services in South Hinksey
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.