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Roof survey in South Newington, Oxfordshire
Roof surveys in South Newington from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Standing water on a flat roof
South Newington homes and their roofs
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. With Broughton Castle about 3.1 miles north, South Newington sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you live in an older home near St Peter ad Vincula, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
South Newington is about 5 miles south-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We visit South Newington as part of our work across Oxfordshire, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: OX15. Local streets include High Street, Sands Lane and Green Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to South Newington include Wigginton (1 mile west), Swerford (2 miles south-west), Great Tew (3 miles south), Little Tew (3 miles south-west) and Hook Norton (3 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Banbury (5 miles north-east), Bicester (12 miles south-east), Witney (15 miles south), Kidlington (13 miles south-east), Bure Park (12 miles south-east) and Chipping Norton (7 miles south-west).
Near you in South Newington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Duck on The Pond pub and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Bloxham Village Museum (2 miles north-east) and Horton General Hospital (5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Crouch Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
How a roof survey works in South Newington
Three packages cover most roofs: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. Basic is a visual inspection with photos 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. Typical surveys look at gutters that overflow in heavy rain and lifted, split or missing lead flashings, on natural slate, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
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.
- Place
- South Newington (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in South Newington
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
Surveys for landlords and agents in South Newington
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Roof area
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to tell us when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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Your questions about roof surveys in South Newington
Does a conservation area affect roof work in South Newington?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is South Newington within the area you cover?
Yes, South Newington is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay plain and peg tiles
Where tiles hang on walls or dormers, we check them too. Loose or missing tiles there let rain into the wall.
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check how the covering is wearing.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Rural addresses near South Newington can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- 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.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.