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Storm damage roof report in East Hanney, Oxfordshire
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in East Hanney. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
What we are asked to look at in East Hanney
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
The streets around a church such as Church of St James are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Storm damage roof report in East Hanney
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. We survey flashings, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are water coming in after the storm and loose or torn flashings.
Roofs in small places like East Hanney often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- East Hanney (OX12)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Other services in East Hanney
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
If you’re unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Checking the roof from ground level
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a small place like East Hanney, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in East Hanney
Is East Hanney within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in East Hanney?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and East Hanney is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take an hour or two at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
How do I book a survey in East Hanney?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Why act early in East Hanney
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so there are no surprises later. For an older or listed building in a place like East Hanney, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent look at the roof
- Photographs and a written report every time
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in East Hanney
With Longworth House about 4.5 miles north-west, East Hanney sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. 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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
If you look after a building like St James Church of England Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
East Hanney is about 3 miles north of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in East Hanney and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Oxfordshire, we cover East Hanney. Oxford is in our area too.
Every address in OX12 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Main Street, The Green and Morlands or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Frilford (3 miles north-east), Steventon (3 miles east), Marcham (3 miles north-east), Fyfield (4 miles north) and Frilford Heath (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (11 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles north-east), Witney (11 miles north), Carterton (12 miles north-west) and Wantage (3 miles south).
Near you in East Hanney
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Black Horse pub. A little further out are Hinton Waldrist Castle (4.6 miles north-west) and Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (1.3 miles south-west). The countryside around East Hanney includes Chain Hill and Hitchcopse Pit.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.