West Berkshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Compton, West Berkshire
Need a storm damage roof report in Compton? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Compton roofs and the weather
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary and St Nicholas, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Compton is about 7 miles south of Didcot, in West Berkshire. In Compton, as across West Berkshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across West Berkshire, we cover Compton. Reading is in our area too.
We survey roofs across RG20 for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, Lowbury Gardens and Cheap Street or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover East Ilsley (2 miles north-west), Aldworth (2 miles east), Woodway (3 miles north), Blewbury (4 miles north) and Chilton (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (9 miles south), Thatcham (8 miles south), Burghfield Common (11 miles south-east), Speenhamland (8 miles south-west), Hungerford (14 miles south-west) and Spencers Wood (15 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Compton
In Compton, that means homes and buildings near The Downs School and The Swan pub. Well-known places in the area include Hampstead Norris Castle (2.5 miles south). Open spaces near Compton include Churn Hill.
About our storm damage roof report in Compton
Our storm damage report starts from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It does not price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. We are frequently asked to look into stains appearing after strong winds and roofs hit by falling trees, on ridges and hips, flashings and gutters and fascias.
Many homes in small places like Compton face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Compton (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Compton
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What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Height and safe access
- The size of the roof
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- When you need the report by
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a hamlet or village like Compton, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Compton?
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Water coming in after the storm
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Compton C.E. Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A price for the repairs
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Compton
Is my home in Compton listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Is Compton in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Compton is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from the ground first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Can you tell me if my roof has 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, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it is not 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.