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Roof Survey in South Moreton
Roof surveys across South Moreton, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
File the report with your other home documents. It’s a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
Roof survey in South Moreton: what you get
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We survey flat roofs, natural slate and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and cracked mortar along the ridge.
In a small place like South Moreton, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. 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 frequently the first to give way.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- South Moreton (OX11)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped.
What we cannot see
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in South Moreton
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
What happens on the day
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 homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near South Moreton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. 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.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Roof surveys in South Moreton: local notes
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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Brightwell Manor, about 1.9 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around South Moreton. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. Anyone responsible for a site like South Moreton Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Cholsey station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
South Moreton is about 3 miles south-east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. In South Moreton, as across Oxfordshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across Oxfordshire, we cover South Moreton. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Here we cover the OX11 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on High Street, Crown Lane and Mill Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Aston Upthorpe (1 mile south), Cholsey (2 miles south-east), Winterbrook (3 miles east), Mongewell (3 miles east) and Moulsford (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (11 miles north), Didcot (3 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north-east), Wantage (10 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (13 miles east).
Near you in South Moreton
Around South Moreton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St Birinus School and The Crown pub. South Moreton’s nearest station is Cholsey station, about 2 miles south-east. A little further out are Brightwell Castle (2 miles north-east) and Pendon Museum (3.5 miles north). For a walk, there is Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
Why act early in South Moreton
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and damp timber slowly weakens. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. Outbuildings and barns around South Moreton are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in South Moreton
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Questions from South Moreton
Can a landlord with a rental near Cholsey station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
How do I find out if my home in South Moreton is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
How much does a roof survey cost in South Moreton?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
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 is wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.