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Storm damage roof report in Bow, Oxfordshire
Storm damage roof reports in Bow and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- The outcome of a claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- How your policy defines a storm
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
How a storm damage roof report works in Bow
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We are often asked to look into gaps where slates or tiles have gone and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, on ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks.
Many homes in small places like Bow 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 photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Bow (SN7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Bow
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. Our report can then add a clear record. Older cottages and farmhouses around Bow can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Bow
- Surveys on any day of the week
- PI and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 20+ years’ experience
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Bow
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Common questions in Bow
Is Bow within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bow?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Common roof problems in Bow
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
The streets around a church such as Church of St Denys are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
What to check before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- When you’ll get the report
- What the survey will not cover
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The survey, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older roofs in small places like Bow can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Booking a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Storm damage roof reports around Bow
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. Historic houses such as Longworth House, about 4.3 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Bow goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Anyone responsible for a site like Stanford in the Vale Church of England Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Bow is about 4 miles east of Faringdon, in Oxfordshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Bow and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Every address in SN7 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Chapel Road, High Street and Sheards Lane, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Stanford in the Vale (1 mile west), Hatford (1 mile north-west), Shellingford (2 miles west), Baulking (2 miles south-west) and Buckland (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (14 miles north-east), Didcot (11 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles east), Witney (10 miles north), Carterton (10 miles north-west) and Wantage (5 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Bow
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Former Red Lion Public House and Holy Trinity Church and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Faringdon Museum (3.8 miles west) and Faringdon Castle (3.4 miles north-west).
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.