West Berkshire · London and the South East
Ashmore Green Storm Damage Roof Report
Need a storm damage roof report in Ashmore Green? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Water coming in after the storm
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
Storm damage roof report in Ashmore Green
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. Typical surveys look at loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and slates and tiles blown off the roof, across flashings, ridges and hips and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Ashmore Green, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Ashmore Green (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Ashmore Green
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. About 2 miles west lies Shaw House, a reminder of how long the area around Ashmore Green has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Cold Ash St Mark's C.E. School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you let a flat or house near Newbury Racecourse station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Ashmore Green is about 2 miles north-west of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Ashmore Green and the surrounding area. Ashmore Green is one of the places in West Berkshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Surveys in RG18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Ash Terrace, Ashmore Green Road and Stoney Lane, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Cold Ash (1 mile north-east), Stone Copse (1 mile west), Benham Hill (1 mile south-west), Thatcham (2 miles south-east) and Longlane (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (3 miles south-west), Burghfield Common (9 miles east), Hungerford (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (13 miles east), Calcot (10 miles east) and Lambourn (12 miles north-west).
What’s near Ashmore Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Kennet School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Newbury Racecourse station, roughly 2.2 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.4 miles south-west) and Donnington Castle (2.8 miles west). Open spaces near Ashmore Green include Nature Discovery Centre.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
How we price storm damage roof reports
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Roof area
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Common roof problems in Ashmore Green
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
For an older house near a landmark such as St. Mark's Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
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FAQs for Ashmore Green
Is Ashmore Green within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Ashmore Green listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes about one to two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Ashmore Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.