Windsor and Maidenhead · London and the South East
Dorney Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Dorney and the rest of Windsor and Maidenhead. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Roofs hit by falling trees
About our storm damage roof report in Dorney
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. If you’ve noticed slates and tiles blown off the roof and gutters pulled loose in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Many homes in small places like Dorney face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, 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.
- Where
- Dorney (SL4)
- Region
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Dorney
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Dorney, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Dorney
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. With Dorney Court about 0.5 miles west, Dorney sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Burnham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. The streets around a church such as Church of St James are often 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. Anyone responsible for a site like Western House Academy will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Dorney is about 2 miles north-west of Windsor, in Windsor and Maidenhead. Roofs in Dorney get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Windsor and Maidenhead. We cover towns and villages across Windsor and Maidenhead, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
Here we cover the SL4 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Common Road, Village Road and Boveney Road. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Lake End (1 mile north-west), Dorney Reach (1 mile west), Cippenham (1 mile north-east), Huntercombe (1 mile north) and Bray (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidenhead (4 miles west), Boyn Hill (4 miles west), North Ascot (6 miles south), Cookham (5 miles north-west), Furze Platt (4 miles north-west) and Broomhall (8 miles south).
Around Dorney
In Dorney, that means homes and buildings near The Westgate School, Sutherland Grange and Westgate School, among other places. The closest station to Dorney is Burnham station, roughly 1.4 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Upton Hospital (2.7 miles east) and The History On Wheels Museum (1.2 miles east). The countryside around Dorney includes Bray Pit and Taplow Lake.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. We photograph and describe each one.
Questions from Dorney
Do you cover Dorney?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Dorney is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
How do I find out if my home in Dorney is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What affects the price in Dorney
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The roof’s overall size
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The address and postcode of the property
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- How your policy defines a storm
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs