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Storm damage roof report in Black Bourton, Oxfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Black Bourton and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Black Bourton: your questions answered
Do you cover Black Bourton?
Yes, Black Bourton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How do I find out if my home in Black Bourton is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
That is not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Storm damage roof report in Black Bourton: what you get
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates or tiles and damaged gutters and fascias, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Black Bourton, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We look at whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Black Bourton (OX18)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Photograph damage inside the house too
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It is your record to use.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
Storm damage roof reports around Black Bourton
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Kelmscott Manor, about 4.2 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Black Bourton. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Take a building like St Peter's Church of England School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Black Bourton is about 2 miles south of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Black Bourton. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, large and small. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: OX18. We cover properties on Station Road, Burford Road and Mill Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Clanfield (2 miles south), Weald (2 miles south-east), Bampton (2 miles east), Carterton (2 miles north) and Brize Norton (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (15 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles east), Witney (5 miles north-east), Wantage (12 miles south-east), Grove (11 miles south-east) and Faringdon (6 miles south).
Near you in Black Bourton
In Black Bourton, that means homes and buildings near The Vines pub and Carterton Community College. A little further out are Bronze Age Bowl Barrow (less than half a mile south-west) and Longworth Hospital (5.4 miles south).
Also in Black Bourton
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like Black Bourton needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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When to book a survey in Black Bourton
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What experience they bring
- Are they insured for the work?
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- The outcome of a claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How big the roof is
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The property’s address and postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.