Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Stratton Audley Roof Survey
We carry out roof surveys in Stratton Audley and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
About our roof survey in Stratton Audley
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. They’re included alongside the main roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. A flat roof usually wears out sooner than a pitched one. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. Common reasons to book are slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and torn or sagging underlay, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and lead flashings.
Older buildings in small places like Stratton Audley may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Stratton Audley (OX27)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Stratton Audley property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
Local roofs in Stratton Audley
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you own a rental within reach of Bicester North station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary and St Edburga, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For businesses in and around places such as Bicester Village, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Stratton Audley is about 3 miles north-east of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Surveys in Stratton Audley work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Here we cover the OX27 postcode area for roof surveys. Streets in the area include Cherry Street, Stoke Lyne Road and Cavendish Place, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Stratton Audley: Caversfield (1 mile south-west), Fringford (2 miles north), Hethe (2 miles north-west), Bure Park (2 miles south-west) and Bicester (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (13 miles south), Banbury (13 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles south-east), Kidlington (11 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (12 miles south) and St John Street area (14 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Stratton Audley
For rail, the closest station is Bicester North station, roughly 2.4 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Ardley Castle (4.3 miles west) and Bicester Village (3.2 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Graven Hill and Calvert Jubilee.
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What else we do in Stratton Audley
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere as small as Stratton Audley, access is frequently the only tricky part. 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 tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
How to book
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Why act early in Stratton Audley
Before you put a home on the market, it helps to know the roof’s condition. You’ll know what a buyer’s survey might pick up. In a small place like Stratton Audley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why us?
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A written report with photos
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Stratton Audley
Will you come out to Stratton Audley?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Stratton Audley is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How long does the visit take?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Report times depend on the package.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A structural engineer’s report
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles