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Storm damage roof report in Donnington, Oxfordshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Donnington? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Donnington and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Storm damage roof report in Donnington: what you get
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. We do not decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey gutters and fascias, ridges and hips and chimney stacks, and people most frequently book us about ridge tiles that have come loose and stains appearing after strong winds.
Around Donnington, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp on a chimney breast is not always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. It’s worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Donnington (OX4, OX1)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Donnington is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You tell us 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.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
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Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
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.
Landlords and agents in Donnington book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Donnington
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Loose or torn flashings
Shop and office owners around Templars Square may find that finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Before booking anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Wind, rain and roofs in Donnington
Holywell Manor, about 1.4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Donnington. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Alban the Martyr, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For landlords with property near Oxford station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Donnington is about 1 mile south of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Donnington gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire.
Here we cover the OX4 and OX1 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Meadow Lane, Arnold Road and Iffley Road. Donnington sits on or near the A4158, so getting to you is simple. We also cover Iffley (1 mile south-east), New Hinksey (1 mile west), Cowley (1 mile south-east), Oxford (1 mile north) and Redbridge (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Didcot (9 miles south), Bicester (12 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (5 miles south-west), Witney (12 miles west), Thame (11 miles east) and Wantage (13 miles south-west).
Around Donnington
We work in homes and buildings around Greyfriars Catholic School, Magdalen Arms and South Park and the streets around them. Nearby too are Alexander Library of Ornithology (1.1 miles north-west) and Emmanuel Christian School (1.3 miles south). The closest station to Donnington is Oxford station, roughly 1.9 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Warneford Hospital (1 mile north-east) and British Tattoo History Museum (0.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include CS Lewis Nature Reserve and Headington Hill.
Why get it checked now?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. Homes in smaller places like Donnington can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent look at the roof
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Donnington
Will you come out to Donnington?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you cover Donnington?
Yes, Donnington is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.