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Storm damage roof report in Arborfield Cross, Reading
Storm damage roof reports in Arborfield Cross, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged pots on the stack
Arborfield Cross questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Arborfield Cross?
Yes, Arborfield Cross is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Will you come out to Arborfield Cross?
Yes, Arborfield Cross is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
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, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Storm damage roof report in Arborfield Cross: what you get
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Common reasons to book are broken or displaced guttering and roofs hit by falling trees, on chimney stacks, flashings and slate and tile slopes.
Being in a small place like Arborfield Cross makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us 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.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Arborfield Cross (RG2)
- Region
- Reading
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Arborfield Cross
What else we do in Arborfield Cross
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Storm damage roof reports around Arborfield Cross
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. Living close to Shepperlands Farm Nature Reserve is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
Arborfield Cross is about 3 miles south-west of Wokingham, in Reading. Wherever you are in Arborfield Cross, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Reading coverage includes Arborfield Cross and the places around it.
Storm damage roof reports in RG2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Eversley Road, Chamberlain Gardens and Melrose Gardens. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Farley Hill (2 miles south), Swallowfield (3 miles south-west), Spencers Wood (3 miles west), Riseley (3 miles south-west) and Bramshill (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Caversham (6 miles north-west), Norcot (7 miles north-west), West Reading (6 miles north-west), Tilehurst Within (7 miles north-west), Caversham Heights (7 miles north-west) and Horncastle (6 miles north-west).
Near you in Arborfield Cross
In Arborfield Cross, that means homes and buildings near Swan Inn, Shepperlands Farm Nature Reserve and Bohunt School Wokingham, among other places. Arborfield Cross’s nearest station is Winnersh station, about 2.7 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Beaumys Castle (3.5 miles south-west) and Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (2 miles north). For a walk, there is South Lake and The Marshes Local Nature Reserve.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
When to book a survey in Arborfield Cross
Insurers frequently want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. Your insurer still makes the decision.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Broken or displaced guttering
If you let a flat or house near Winnersh station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
What to check before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Will the report include photos?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older roofs in small places like Arborfield Cross can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Keep pets in another room
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Arborfield Cross
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The size of the roof
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.