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Storm damage roof report in Culham, Oxfordshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Culham.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Surveys for landlords and agents in Culham
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
About our storm damage roof report in Culham
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. If you are worried about holes or cracks caused by debris and gutters pulled loose in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Culham, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Culham (OX14)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Culham
Also in Culham
Useful tips for Culham property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Checking the roof from ground level
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
What happens if roof problems are left?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. That keeps a record of how it looked. Older cottages and farmhouses around Culham 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.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
What you get with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Package prices that include VAT
When you need someone else
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Estimates of repair costs
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
Culham roofs and the weather
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. 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. Clifton Hampden Manor, about 2.4 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Culham. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For hotels and guest houses around Culham, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition. Living close to Albert Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. For landlords with property near Culham station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Culham is about 2 miles south-east of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Roofs in Culham get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Oxfordshire. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Culham and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
All of OX14 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Abingdon Road, Tolgate Road and The Glebe, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Sutton Courtenay (1 mile south-west), Caldecott (1 mile west), Appleford-on-Thames (1 mile south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (2 miles north-west) and Clifton Hampden (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (7 miles north), Didcot (3 miles south), Witney (13 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north-east), Wantage (8 miles south-west) and Grove (8 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Culham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to John Mason School, Waggon and Horses pub and Albert Park, among other places. Culham’s nearest station is Culham station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Abingdon Community Hospital (1.9 miles north-west) and FitzHarris Castle (1.6 miles north-west). Not far away are Dry Sandford Pit and Wittenham Clumps.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a hamlet or village like Culham, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- 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
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Culham questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Culham?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Culham?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Culham as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.