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Storm Damage Roof Report in Boxford
Storm damage roof reports in Boxford, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Boxford, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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Storm damage roof report in Boxford: what you get
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey slate and tile slopes, flashings and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are ridge tiles that have come loose and roofs hit by falling trees.
Many homes in small places like Boxford face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Boxford (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Other services in Boxford
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Boxford
Benham Park, about 2.5 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Boxford. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Take an older house close to Parish Church of St Andrew: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Boxford is about 4 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We cover Boxford and the rest of West Berkshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, large and small. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RG20. Whether your property is on School Lane and Winterbourne Road or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Wickham Heath (1 mile south-west), Winterbourne (2 miles east), Stockcross (2 miles south), Bagnor (3 miles south-east) and North Heath (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (4 miles south-east), Thatcham (6 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-east), Hungerford (6 miles west) and Calcot (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Boxford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bell pub. The closest station to Boxford is Kintbury station, roughly 3.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3.8 miles south-east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Sole Common Pond.
What we cannot see
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Areas we cannot see safely
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A price for the repairs
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Common questions in Boxford
Do you carry out roof surveys in Boxford?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Boxford is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Boxford?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Photograph the damage safely from below
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Common roof problems in Boxford
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photos.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Lead lifted at abutments
For landlords with property near Kintbury station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
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.