Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Tadmarton Roof Survey
Independent roof surveys in Tadmarton. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Roof surveys around Tadmarton
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Nicholas are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. With Broughton Castle about 1.5 miles east, the area around Tadmarton has a long history. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. Landlords with a home close to Banbury station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Tadmarton is about 4 miles south-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Tadmarton as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Oxford.
We work across the OX15 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer roof surveys to properties on Main Street and Old Glebe. We also cover Swalcliffe (1 mile west), Shutford (2 miles north), Milcombe (2 miles south-east), Burdrop (2 miles west) and Sibford Ferris (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Banbury (4 miles north-east), Bicester (15 miles south-east), Bure Park (14 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (8 miles south-west), Neithrop (3 miles north-east) and Grimsbury (5 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Tadmarton
We work in homes and buildings around The Lampet Arms. The nearest railway station is Banbury station, roughly 4.5 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Horton General Hospital (4 miles east) and Broughton Castle (1.5 miles east). For a walk, there is Crouch Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
About our roof survey in Tadmarton
There are three levels of survey: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Each one comes with a written report. We survey the roof space, flat roofs and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and cracked mortar along the ridge.
Some older homes in villages like Tadmarton are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Tadmarton (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tadmarton: your questions answered
Is my home in Tadmarton listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Banbury station?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
All the main parts of the roof: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where it applies.
DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Nearby places to Tadmarton
What else we do in Tadmarton
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay plain and peg tiles
Where tiles hang on walls or dormers, we check them too. Gaps in tile-hanging let water reach the wall behind.
Chimney stacks
We look at the stack itself, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. We’ll tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
When you need someone else
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older roofs in small places like Tadmarton can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
For a price for roof surveys in Tadmarton, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Leave roof access to professionals
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Look at your roof from ground level after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Prices for roof surveys in Tadmarton
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- 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
- Roof area
For a price for your roof in Tadmarton, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.