Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Caldecott Storm Damage Roof Report
A careful look at the roof at your property in Caldecott, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Caldecott roofs and the weather
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Clifton Hampden Manor, about 3.5 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Caldecott. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near St Helen's Church, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you own a rental within reach of Culham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Caldecott is about 1 mile south of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Caldecott as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Storm damage roof reports in OX14 and OX13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Mill Road, Baker Road and Saxton Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Culham (1 mile east), Abingdon-on-Thames (1 mile north), Sutton Courtenay (1 mile south), Milton (2 miles south) and Appleford-on-Thames (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (7 miles north), Didcot (4 miles south-east), Witney (12 miles north-west), Carterton (15 miles north-west), Thame (15 miles north-east) and Wantage (7 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Caldecott
We work in homes and buildings around Albert Park, The Old Anchor Inn and John Mason School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Culham station, roughly 2.3 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Pendon Museum (3.4 miles south-east) and FitzHarris Castle (1 mile north). Open spaces near Caldecott include Dry Sandford Pit.
Storm damage roof report in Caldecott: what you get
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. Common reasons to book are lead lifted at abutments and damaged flat roof membrane, on gutters and fascias, flashings and flat roofs.
In older homes around places like Caldecott, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it is old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Caldecott (OX14, OX13)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Caldecott?
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Broken or displaced guttering
Homes near green spaces like Albert Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Before you book anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- When you’ll get the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Caldecott
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Getting in touch
We will typically ask about:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a smaller place like Caldecott, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Questions from Caldecott
Do you carry out roof surveys in Caldecott?
Yes, Caldecott is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property.
Will you come out to Caldecott?
Yes, Caldecott is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.