London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Slough
Covering 31 places across Slough for storm damage roof reports, with prices that include VAT.
Storm damage roof report in every part of Slough
In short: an independent record of roof damage after a storm. Pick your town below to see the details for your area, or get in touch to book a survey.
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Storm damage roof report in Slough: how it works
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It is not a repair quote and doesn’t include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. Typical surveys look at torn or lifted flat roof coverings and roofs hit by falling trees, on flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and flashings.
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it is safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Prices in Slough
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent look at the roof
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Book a survey
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Near you in Slough
Around Slough, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Herschel Grammar School, St Michael and All Angels and Westgate School. Also close by are Herschel Park (1.1 miles south-east), The Godolphin Junior Academy (0.6 miles north) and The Moon and Spoon pub (0.6 miles south-east). For rail, the closest station is Slough station, about 0.7 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Upton Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Windsor Castle (2.1 miles south). Not far away are Taplow Lake and Burnham Beeches.
Roofs and weather across Slough
Across Slough, from Cippenham, Chalvey and Britwell outwards, leaks come from slipped slates, failed flashings, blocked gutters and split flat roofs. Water often shows up some way from where it got in.
From inner London terraces to Kent oast houses, Sussex tile-hanging and Hampshire thatch, the South East has a huge mix of roofs. Slough is part of that mix.
Slough: A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Slough means lost rooms as well as repairs. Homes near green spaces such as Herschel Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Roof area
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Slough, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Why roofs fail
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Water coming in after the storm
Checking the roof from the ground
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. Each one is recorded with photos.
Why act early?
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it is better to know. We record storm damage and older defects, so there are no surprises later.
What to check before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How soon the report will arrive
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether VAT is added on top
FAQs for Slough
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. 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.