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Ambrosden Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Ambrosden, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Loose or torn flashings
How a storm damage roof report works in Ambrosden
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you are worried about flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and holes or cracks caused by debris, we can find out what’s behind it, on gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks alike.
Chimney stacks on older houses around places like Ambrosden can let water in, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp on a chimney breast isn’t always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Ambrosden (OX25)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Ambrosden is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Ambrosden
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The outcome of a claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Ambrosden
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Loose or torn flashings
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Bicester Village, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How soon the report will arrive
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What affects the price in Ambrosden
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Storm damage roof reports around Ambrosden
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. About 3.5 miles south lies Boarstall Tower, a reminder of how long the area around Ambrosden has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary the Virgin, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Anyone responsible for a site like Five Acres Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Ambrosden is about 3 miles south-east of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Roofs in Ambrosden get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Oxfordshire. Ambrosden is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
All of OX25 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Ploughley Road, Elm Lane and Buttercup Way or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Lower Arncott (1 mile south), Upper Arncott (1 mile south), Launton (2 miles north), Merton (2 miles south-west) and Murcott (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (10 miles south-west), Bicester (3 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles south-west), Thame (11 miles south-east), Kidlington (8 miles south-west) and Chinnor (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Ambrosden
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Turner Arms, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Bicester Village station, about 1.9 miles north-west. A little further out are Bicester Village (2.1 miles north-west) and Bicester Community Hospital (2.4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Graven Hill and Woodsides Meadow.
Ambrosden: your questions answered
Do you cover Ambrosden?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Ambrosden as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Ambrosden listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we cannot predict the outcome.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s 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.