Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Binfield
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Binfield. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
Storm damage roof report in Binfield: what you get
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey gutters and fascias, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are broken or displaced guttering and slates and tiles blown off the roof.
In older homes around places like Binfield, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are frequently the first clues.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Binfield (RG42)
- Wider area
- Bracknell Forest
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Binfield
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
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.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Storm damage roof reports in Binfield: local notes
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Bracknell, which Binfield is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Homes from the post-war decades are common in the new towns, many with low-pitched roofs in concrete tiles and flat-roofed garages or porches. Leaks on homes like these frequently come from flat-roofed additions or from rain driven up under low-pitched tiles.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mark: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. For businesses in and around places like The Lexicon, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters. If you let a flat or house near Bracknell station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Binfield is about 2 miles north-west of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Binfield for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Across Bracknell Forest, we cover Binfield. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We work across RG42 for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include London Road, Chapel Lane and Terrace Road South. If you’re just outside Binfield, we cover Popeswood (1 mile south), Temple Park (1 mile east), Farley Wood (1 mile south), Priestwood (1 mile south-east) and Amen Corner (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Sandhurst (5 miles south), Forest Park (3 miles south-east), The Warren (3 miles south-east), Harmans Water (3 miles south-east), Jennett's Park (3 miles south-east) and Crown Wood (3 miles south-east). Binfield is among the bigger towns we cover in Bracknell Forest.
Near you in Binfield
Around Binfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Garth Hill College and The Roebuck pub. The closest station to Binfield is Bracknell station, roughly 1.8 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Wokingham Hospital (2.9 miles south-west) and The Lexicon (1.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Weycock Hill and Holt Copse & Joel Park.
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Binfield, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Binfield: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Binfield is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Should a flat-roofed garage or porch in Binfield be checked too?
Frequently, yes, so mention it as you book. Many homes in new towns like Bracknell have flat-roofed garages and porches, and felt roofs often last around 15–20 years.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Do you cover Binfield?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Binfield.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
A lot can be seen from ground level. 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.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They can help show the roof was looked after.