Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Aldworth Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Aldworth, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
About our storm damage roof report in Aldworth
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems like corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. If you’ve noticed damaged gutters and fascias and slates and tiles blown off the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
For a small place like Aldworth, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Aldworth (RG8)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Aldworth
Historic houses such as Basildon Park, about 3.6 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Aldworth goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you own a rental within reach of Goring & Streatley station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take a building like The Downs School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Aldworth is about 7 miles south of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Aldworth and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the RG8 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Aldworth: Compton (2 miles west), Woodway (3 miles north-west), Aston Tirrold (4 miles north), East Ilsley (4 miles west) and Blewbury (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Didcot (7 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles north), Wantage (11 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles east), Grove (12 miles north-west) and Benson (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Aldworth
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bell Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Goring & Streatley station, roughly 3 miles east. A little further out are Hampstead Norris Castle (2.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Withymead Nature Reserve and Churn Hill.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Aldworth, access is typically the main thing to plan. 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.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Advice
Questions from Aldworth
Do you carry out roof surveys in Aldworth?
Yes, Aldworth is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is Aldworth within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take an hour or two at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Aldworth?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Common roof problems in Aldworth
A storm frequently finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
People normally book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
If you live in an older home near St Mary's church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
What to check before booking
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The roof’s overall size
- Which survey package you book
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Aldworth, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Towns and villages near Aldworth
Also in Aldworth
For landlords and managing agents
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.