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Storm damage roof report in Bishopstone, Buckinghamshire
Storm damage roof reports across Bishopstone, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
What we’re asked to look at in Bishopstone
A storm frequently finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Roofs hit by falling trees
For site and facilities teams at buildings like The Mandeville School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How soon the report will arrive
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Bishopstone
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you’re worried about damaged ridges and hips and water coming in after the storm, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Bishopstone, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We check whatever is safely visible 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.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Bishopstone (HP17)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older rural homes like those around Bishopstone can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
FAQs for Bishopstone
Do you cover smaller places like Bishopstone?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you cover Bishopstone?
Yes, Bishopstone is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Also near Bishopstone
Other services in Bishopstone
Storm damage roof reports around Bishopstone
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. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For landlords with property near Aylesbury station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Shop and office owners around Friars Square may find that finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Bishopstone is about 2 miles south of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Surveys in Bishopstone work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Bishopstone is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Every address in HP17 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Bishopstone, Furlong Crescent and Moreton Lane. If you are just outside Bishopstone, we cover Sedrup (1 mile north), Walton Court (1 mile north-east), Ford (2 miles west), Upton (2 miles west) and Little Kimble (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (11 miles south), Chesham (11 miles south-east), Marlow (15 miles south), Amersham (13 miles south-east), Beaconsfield (15 miles south-east) and Elmhurst (3 miles north-east).
Near you in Bishopstone
In Bishopstone, that means homes and buildings near The Harrow pub, among other places. Bishopstone’s nearest station is Aylesbury station, roughly 2.1 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include National Paralympic Heritage Centre (1.9 miles north-east) and Friars Square (2.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Bishopstone includes Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve and Beacon Hill.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Bishopstone and across Buckinghamshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.