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Storm damage roof report in Bradwell, Oxfordshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Bradwell? You can book a storm damage roof report in Bradwell and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- New damp or leaks inside
FAQs for Bradwell
Is Bradwell in the area you cover?
Yes, Bradwell is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Bradwell within the area you cover?
Yes. Bradwell is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Bradwell?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from the ground first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Storm damage roof report in Bradwell
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems like corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. If you are worried about lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and slipped or missing slates or tiles, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Bradwell, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly 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.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Bradwell (OX18)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- 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
- What’s prompted the survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
When you need someone else
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Areas we cannot see safely
- How your policy defines a storm
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
Checking the roof from the ground
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs, emailed to you. As for time on site, it normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older rural homes like those around Bradwell can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Storm damage roof reports in Bradwell: local notes
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Anyone responsible for a site like Burford School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Bradwell is about 2 miles west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. If you’re in Bradwell, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. Oxford is in our area too.
We cover every part of OX18 for storm damage roof reports. You’ll find streets like Woodside Drive, Glissard Way and Birch Drive, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Bradwell, we cover Shilton (1 mile east), Kencot (3 miles south-east) and Alvescot (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Witney (7 miles east), Grove (15 miles south-east), Faringdon (9 miles south), Chipping Norton (12 miles north), Woodstock (14 miles east) and Cogges (7 miles east).
Landmarks near Bradwell
Nearby you will also find Swinford Museum (3 miles south) and Bronze Age Bowl Barrow (3.9 miles south-east).