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Storm damage roof report in Barford St Michael, Oxfordshire
Independent storm damage roof reports in Barford St Michael. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Broken or displaced guttering
How a storm damage roof report works in Barford St Michael
Our storm damage report starts from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It isn’t a repair quote and does not 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. If you’re worried about loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and slates and tiles blown off the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Many homes in small places like Barford St Michael face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Barford St Michael (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How the survey works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Barford St Michael, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. 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’s 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
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FAQs for Barford St Michael
How do I find out if my home in Barford St Michael is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Barford St Michael?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The report is sent afterwards by email.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
That is not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
Why act early in Barford St Michael
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. In a place like Barford St Michael, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- A report with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
- Weekday and weekend surveys
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Storm damage roof reports in Barford St Michael: local notes
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. About 3.6 miles north lies Broughton Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Barford St Michael has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Kings Sutton station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. The streets around a church such as Church of St Michael are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Barford St Michael is about 5 miles south of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in Barford St Michael is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Barford St Michael is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work. Oxford is in our area too.
Every address in OX15 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Robins Close, The Green and Townsend, all of which we cover. Other places close to Barford St Michael include Barford St John (1 mile north), Hempton (1 mile south-east), Deddington (2 miles east), Nether Worton (2 miles south) and Dane Hill (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Banbury (5 miles north), Bicester (11 miles south-east), Witney (15 miles south), Kidlington (12 miles south), Bure Park (11 miles south-east) and Chipping Norton (8 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Barford St Michael
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to George Inn. The nearest railway station is Kings Sutton station, roughly 4.3 miles north-east. A little further out are Deddington Castle (2.3 miles east) and Horton General Hospital (4.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Crouch Hill.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we frequently see cracked and slipped slates. Each area is photographed and described.
What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Estimates of repair costs
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Flashings