Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Binsey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Binsey. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
Storm damage roof report in Binsey: what you get
Our storm damage report starts 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. We survey flashings, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias, and people most often book us about slipped or missing slates or tiles and damaged gutters and fascias.
Many homes in small places like Binsey 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.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Location
- Binsey (OX2)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- A price for the repairs
- A decision on your insurance claim
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older rural homes like those around Binsey can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. We photograph any we find.
Places near Binsey
Other services in Binsey
Binsey roofs and the weather
The wider area around Binsey has a long history of building, with Holywell Manor about 2.2 miles south-east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Margaret, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you run a business near Westgate Shopping Centre, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
Binsey is about 3 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Binsey and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Surveys in OX2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Binsey: Godstow (1 mile north), Wolvercote (1 mile north), Walton Manor (1 mile east), North Oxford (1 mile east) and Jericho (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (3 miles south-east), Didcot (11 miles south), Bicester (11 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (8 miles west) and Carterton (13 miles west).
What’s near Binsey
Around Binsey, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Oxford Academy, St Edward's School and Oxford University Parks. Also close by are The Trout Inn (0.7 miles north) and St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library (1.4 miles east). The closest station to Binsey is Oxford station, about 1.6 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Oxford University Press Museum (1.5 miles south-east) and Westgate Shopping Centre (2 miles south-east). The countryside around Binsey includes Harcourt Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
What we’re asked to look at in Binsey
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Look out for signs like these:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Trees in and around Oxford University Parks shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Binsey
Do you cover smaller places like Binsey?
Yes. Binsey is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Binsey is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- When you need the report by
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.