Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Delly End Storm Damage Roof Report
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Delly End.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
About our storm damage roof report in Delly End
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters and cannot tell you if your claim will succeed. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. We survey flat roofs, ridges and hips and flashings, and people most often book us about damaged gutters and fascias and stains appearing after strong winds.
In a village or hamlet like Delly End, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Delly End (OX29)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Delly End
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
Common roof problems in Delly End
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
The streets around a church like Church of St John the Evangelist are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
What to check before booking
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What experience they bring
- What happens after the report arrives
Also near Delly End
Other services in Delly End
Storm damage roof reports around Delly End
About 2.2 miles south-west lies Minster Lovell Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Delly End has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Hailey Church of England Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Landlords with a home close to Finstock station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Delly End is about 2 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Delly End is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Delly End and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Surveys in OX29 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Delly Close, Whitings Lane and Wood Lane and the roads around them. If you are just outside Delly End, we cover Hailey (1 mile south-west), Poffley End (1 mile south-east), Ramsden (1 mile north), New Yatt (1 mile east) and Finstock (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (12 miles south-east), Bicester (15 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south-east), Carterton (6 miles south-west), Grove (15 miles south) and Faringdon (12 miles south).
Landmarks near Delly End
In Delly End, that means homes and buildings near The King's School, The Lamb And Flag Public House and Wood Green School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Finstock station, roughly 2.6 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Cogges Manor Farm Museum (2.3 miles south). The countryside around Delly End includes Blenheim Farm.
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes between one and two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Delly End often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Do not go up a ladder to look.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Delly End
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Letting agents and landlords in Delly End book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
Why it is worth a survey now in Delly End
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. Older and listed buildings around Delly End may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A written report with photos
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Delly End questions
Is Delly End within the area you cover?
Yes. Delly End is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is Delly End in the area you cover?
Yes, Delly End is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Let us know about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.