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Storm damage roof report in Aston, Oxfordshire
Storm damage roof reports in Aston from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Broken or displaced guttering
About our storm damage roof report in Aston
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. Common reasons to book are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, on flashings, chimney stacks and gutters and fascias.
Being in a small place like Aston makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Aston (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Aston
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. What happens next is up to the insurer.
Look out for signs like these:
- Loose or torn flashings
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Water coming in after the storm
- Roofs hit by falling trees
If you live near a park like Fawley Court and Temple Island, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
What to check before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
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What this survey can’t tell you
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- How your policy defines a storm
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A price for the repairs
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
Storm damage roof reports in Aston: local notes
The wider area around Aston has a long history of building, with Greenlands about 1 mile north-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
The streets around a church like Church of St Nicholas are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you let a flat or house near Henley-On-Thames station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Aston is about 2 miles north-east of Henley-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in Aston is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Aston and the places around it. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RG9. Whether your property is on Remenham Lane and Aston Ferry Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Aston: Mill End (1 mile north), Remenham Hill (1 mile south), Remenham (1 mile west), Medmenham (1 mile east) and Bockmer End (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Thame (14 miles north), Benson (11 miles north-west), Chinnor (10 miles north), Tilehurst (9 miles south-west), Wallingford (12 miles west) and Little Heath (10 miles south-west).
Near you in Aston
In Aston, that means homes and buildings near Flower Pot Hotel and Fawley Court and Temple Island and the streets around them. Aston’s nearest station is Henley-On-Thames station, roughly 1.7 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Marlow Community Hospital (4.6 miles east) and Frazer Nash Archives (1.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Weycock Hill and Hurley Chalk Pit.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. Damage is photographed and described.
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, often where nails have rusted. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Aston, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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 is access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Aston: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Aston?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Aston as anywhere else.
Is Aston within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we cannot predict the outcome.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t 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.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground, and we’ll record the rest.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Useful tips for Aston property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that doesn’t resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.