Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Sutton, Oxfordshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Sutton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
About our roof survey in Sutton
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Every package includes a written report. If you’ve noticed valley linings that have cracked or split and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Sutton are 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Sutton (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Sutton
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. The wider area around Sutton has a long history of building, with Appleton Manor about 3.5 miles south-east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For landlords with property near Hanborough station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If you look after a building such as Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Michael, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Sutton is about 5 miles south-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Sutton are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Sutton. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Here we cover the OX29 postcode area for roof surveys. You will find streets such as Sutton Lane, New Road and Eynsham Road. We also cover the places around Sutton: Farmoor (2 miles east), Eynsham (2 miles north-east), Swinford (2 miles north-east), Northmoor (2 miles south) and Filchampstead (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (7 miles east), Didcot (12 miles south-east), Bicester (15 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south-east), Witney (5 miles north-west) and Carterton (8 miles west).
Near you in Sutton
Around Sutton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Bartholomew School and The Fox pub. The nearest railway station is Hanborough station, roughly 4.9 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Radcliffe Infirmary (5.8 miles east) and Cogges Manor Farm Museum (4 miles north-west). The countryside around Sutton includes Lashford Lane Fen and Cumnor Hill.
Also in Sutton
Why it is worth a survey now in Sutton
Before you put a home on the market, it helps to know the roof’s condition. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them, or at least know what to expect. Around Sutton, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
All our prices include VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
What you get with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
What we can’t see
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere like Sutton needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Keep the report with your property records
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Every so frequently, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sutton
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Prices for roof surveys in Sutton
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The roof’s overall size
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What’s prompted the survey
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Sutton: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Hanborough station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you cover smaller places like Sutton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
When will the report arrive?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is emailed to you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.