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Roof Survey in Whitchurch-on-Thames
Roof surveys in Whitchurch-on-Thames, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Roof survey in Whitchurch-on-Thames: what you get
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. Typical surveys look at gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and blocked, sagging or leaking gutters, across flat roofs, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles.
Village roofs frequently 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 written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. 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. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Whitchurch-on-Thames (RG8)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Whitchurch-on-Thames
Landlords and letting agents in Whitchurch-on-Thames book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Whitchurch-on-Thames: your questions answered
Will you come out to Whitchurch-on-Thames?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Whitchurch-on-Thames?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain does not usually stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
What affects the price in Whitchurch-on-Thames
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How big the roof is
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Keep the report with your property records
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
Roof surveys in Whitchurch-on-Thames: local notes
Basildon Park, about 1.7 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Whitchurch-on-Thames. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you let a flat or house near Pangbourne station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you look after a building such as Whitchurch Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Whitchurch-on-Thames is about 5 miles west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. We carry out roof surveys in Whitchurch-on-Thames for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Whitchurch-on-Thames and the places around it.
We work across the RG8 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on High Street, Swanston Field and Hardwick Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Whitchurch-on-Thames: Pangbourne (1 mile south), Tidmarsh (1 mile south), Sulham (2 miles south), Purley on Thames (2 miles south-east) and Mapledurham (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Didcot (11 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (8 miles east), Benson (9 miles north), Tilehurst (3 miles south-east) and Wallingford (8 miles north).
Landmarks near Whitchurch-on-Thames
Typical jobs here are in homes near Denefield School and The Greyhound pub and the streets around them. Whitchurch-on-Thames’s nearest station is Pangbourne station, about 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Battle Hospital (4.4 miles south-east). Not far away are Hartslock and Hosehill Lake.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. That’s why we check them closely.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles.
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What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take between one and two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere like Whitchurch-on-Thames needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.