Reading · London and the South East
Burghfield Storm Damage Roof Report
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Burghfield. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Stains appearing after strong winds
FAQs for Burghfield
Will you come out to Burghfield?
Yes. Burghfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Burghfield?
Yes, Burghfield is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Burghfield as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Burghfield
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We’re often asked to look into ridge tiles that have come loose and damaged flat roof membrane, on gutters and fascias, flashings and ridges and hips.
For a small place like Burghfield, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Burghfield (RG30)
- Region
- Reading
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Landlords and letting agents in Burghfield book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We record what we can see of the fixings.
What we cannot see
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a village or hamlet like Burghfield, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Wind, rain and roofs in Burghfield
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. The wider area around Burghfield has a long history of building, with Stratfield Saye House about 4.8 miles south-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Burghfield St Mary's C.E. Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you let a flat or house near Theale station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary the Virgin, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Burghfield is about 4 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. We cover Burghfield and the rest of Reading. Across Reading, we cover Burghfield and the places around it.
Every address in RG30 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Saxon Gate, Hazel Close and Willow Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Trash Green (1 mile north), Burghfield Hill (1 mile south), Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile west), Sheffield Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Caversham (6 miles north-east), Norcot (4 miles north), West Reading (4 miles north-east), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north), Shinfield (4 miles east) and Arborfield Garrison (7 miles east).
Landmarks near Burghfield
Around Burghfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Willink School, The Hatchgate pub and The Willink School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Theale station, roughly 1.9 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Thames Valley Police Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Hosehill Lake.