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Botolph Claydon Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Botolph Claydon and the rest of Buckinghamshire. We survey seven days a week.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
How a storm damage roof report works in Botolph Claydon
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. We do not decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. We are often asked to look into damaged gutters and fascias and damaged flat roof membrane, across flashings, ridges and hips and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Botolph Claydon, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We look at everything that’s safely in view 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.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Botolph Claydon (MK18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Botolph Claydon
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. About 1 mile west lies Claydon House, a reminder of how long the area around Botolph Claydon 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 an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you look after a building such as East Claydon Church of England School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Botolph Claydon is about 6 miles south of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. We survey roofs in Botolph Claydon across London and South East England. Botolph Claydon is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover. You can also see our page for Milton Keynes.
We survey roofs across MK18 for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Botyl Road and Orchard Way or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Botolph Claydon: East Claydon (1 mile north), Middle Claydon (1 mile north-west), Steeple Claydon (3 miles north-west), Adstock (3 miles north) and Padbury (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (9 miles south-east), Buckingham (6 miles north), Elmhurst (8 miles south-east), Southcourt (9 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (14 miles south) and Haydon Hill (7 miles south-east).
What’s near Botolph Claydon
Nearby you will also find Bolbec Castle (4.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Calvert Jubilee.
Why get it checked now?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it is safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. Outbuildings and barns around Botolph Claydon are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- Every finding written up with photos
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What we can’t see
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- A price for the repairs
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
FAQs for Botolph Claydon
Is Botolph Claydon within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Botolph Claydon?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Botolph Claydon as anywhere else.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You will then get the report by email.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Botolph Claydon can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- 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
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
If you are unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Slates often outlast the nails that hold them. We check whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. We photograph any we find.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Botolph Claydon
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.