Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Clifton Storm Damage Roof Report
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in Clifton and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- New damp or leaks inside
Storm damage roof report in Clifton: what you get
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. Typical surveys look at holes or cracks caused by debris and broken or displaced guttering, on ridges and hips, chimney stacks and flat roofs.
Roofs in small places like Clifton often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Clifton (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Clifton
Do you cover smaller places like Clifton?
Yes, Clifton is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is Clifton in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Clifton is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Clifton?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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Storm damage roof reports in Clifton: local notes
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Hotels and guest houses near Clifton can’t easily close rooms for a leak.
Clifton is about 6 miles south-east of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. If you’re in Clifton, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Clifton and the places around it. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the OX15 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on County View, Tithe Lane and Clifton Road. We also cover Somerton (2 miles south), Souldern (2 miles east), Fritwell (3 miles south-east) and Upper Heyford (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Banbury (6 miles north-west), Bicester (8 miles south-east), Kidlington (11 miles south), Bure Park (8 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (11 miles west) and Headington (15 miles south).
Landmarks near Clifton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Duke Of Cumberlands Head Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Kings Sutton station, roughly 2.7 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Horton General Hospital (5.3 miles north) and Deddington Castle (1.1 miles west).
For landlords and managing agents
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere like Clifton needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving storm damage can let water into the loft space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. Older cottages and farmhouses around Clifton can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Clifton
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged gutters and fascias
If you own a rental within reach of Kings Sutton station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. Each gap is recorded with a photo.