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Ducklington Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports around Ducklington, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Storm damage roof report in Ducklington: what you get
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. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. Common reasons to book are loose or torn flashings and damaged ridges and hips, across gutters and fascias, flat roofs and chimney stacks.
Roofs in small places like Ducklington frequently stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Ducklington (OX29)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Ducklington: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Ducklington is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Ducklington?
Yes, Ducklington is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at 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.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ducklington
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
What we can’t see
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- A decision on your insurance claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
Also near Ducklington
Also in Ducklington
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Storm damage roof reports in Ducklington: local notes
Historic houses such as Minster Lovell Hall, about 3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Ducklington goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Hotels and guest houses near Ducklington can’t easily close rooms for a leak, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition. Take a building like Ducklington Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Ducklington is about 1 mile south of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Surveys in Ducklington work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Ducklington. You can also see our page for Oxford.
All of OX29 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include The Square, Macray Road and Sealham Road. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Cogges (1 mile north), Witney (1 mile north), High Cogges (2 miles north-east), Hardwick (2 miles south-east) and Madley Park (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (11 miles east), Didcot (15 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles south-east), Carterton (5 miles west), Wantage (12 miles south) and Grove (11 miles south).
Around Ducklington
In Ducklington, that means homes and buildings near The Henry Box School and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Cogges Manor Farm Museum (1.2 miles north) and Bampton Castle (4.1 miles south-west).
Why get it checked now?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. For an older or listed building in a place like Ducklington, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Photos and a written report every time
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 98% of customers satisfied
- An independent view of the roof
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older roofs in small places like Ducklington can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects frequently fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. Damage is photographed and described.