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Storm damage roof report in Chaddleworth, West Berkshire
Storm damage roof reports around Chaddleworth, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Loose or torn flashings
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Around Chaddleworth, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Chaddleworth
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. We survey gutters and fascias, flashings and flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about gutters pulled loose in the wind and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
Being in a small place like Chaddleworth makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. 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.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Location
- Chaddleworth (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are often where flat roof coverings start to peel back. We check whether the damage is recent or older.
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The outcome of a claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Estimates of repair costs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
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Chaddleworth: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Chaddleworth is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Chaddleworth?
Yes, Chaddleworth is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Chaddleworth
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Common reasons to book include:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
If you look after a building like Chaddleworth St Andrew's C.E. Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What happens after the report arrives
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Photograph damage inside the house too
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. 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.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They can help show the roof was looked after.
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Storm damage roof reports in Chaddleworth: local notes
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. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Andrew, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Chaddleworth is about 7 miles south of Wantage, in West Berkshire. In Chaddleworth, as across West Berkshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across West Berkshire, we cover Chaddleworth. You can also see our page for Reading.
We cover every part of the RG20 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. You will find streets such as Main Street, Upper End and Tower Hill, and we cover them all. We also cover Great Shefford (2 miles south-west), East Shefford (2 miles south-west), Weston (2 miles south-west), East Garston (3 miles west) and Easton (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Newbury (8 miles south-east), Thatcham (9 miles south-east), Speenhamland (7 miles south-east), Hungerford (8 miles south-west), Lambourn (5 miles west) and Shaw (7 miles south-east).
What’s near Chaddleworth
Open spaces near Chaddleworth include Sole Common Pond.