West Berkshire · London and the South East
Calcot Storm Damage Roof Report
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Calcot and across West Berkshire, with plain-English findings.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
About our storm damage roof report in Calcot
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Typical surveys look at damage from fallen branches or debris and new damp or leaks inside, on slate and tile slopes, ridges and hips and flat roofs.
Chimney stacks on older houses around places like Calcot can let water in, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it isn’t always obvious where it starts. It is worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Calcot (RG31)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Calcot
The wider area around Calcot has a long history of building, with Mapledurham House about 3.1 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Michael, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Anyone responsible for a site like Calcot Infant School and Nursery will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. Shop and office owners around Broad Street Mall may find that finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Calcot is about 3 miles west of Reading, in West Berkshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Calcot can all book storm damage roof reports. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire, large and small.
Surveys in RG31 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Curtis Road, Barclay Road and Royal Avenue or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Calcot include Beansheaf Farm (1 mile south-east), Fords Farm (1 mile east), Horncastle (1 mile east), Little Heath (1 mile north) and Theale (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like Newbury (12 miles west), Thatcham (9 miles west), Burghfield Common (3 miles south), Speenhamland (12 miles west), Spencers Wood (5 miles south-east) and Shaw (12 miles west). Being one of West Berkshire’s larger places, Calcot has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
What’s near Calcot
Around Calcot, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Murdochs pub, Little Heath School and Calcot Park, among other places. Calcot’s nearest station is Theale station, about 1.2 miles south-west. A little further out are Broad Street Mall (3.3 miles east) and Battle Hospital (2.5 miles north-east). Not far away are Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Height and safe access
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The roof’s overall size
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What made you get in touch
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Calcot
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Calcot questions
Do you cover smaller places like Calcot?
Yes. Calcot is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Calcot is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground, and we will record the rest.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, alongside any photos you took yourself. With lower homes, common in places like Calcot, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. For a survey in Calcot, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Honest limits
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias