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Storm Damage Roof Report in Enstone
A careful look at the roof at your property in Enstone, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
How a storm damage roof report works in Enstone
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you’ve noticed torn or lifted flat roof coverings and slipped or missing slates or tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like Enstone 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, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Enstone (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports around Enstone
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Kenelm, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. For landlords with property near Charlbury station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Enstone is about 9 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Enstone across London and South East England. Enstone is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: OX7. You will find streets such as Oxford Road, Venvell Close and Chapel Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Church Enstone (1 mile north), Kiddington (2 miles east), Little Tew (3 miles north), Great Tew (3 miles north) and Swerford (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (15 miles south-east), Banbury (11 miles north-east), Bicester (13 miles east), Witney (9 miles south), Carterton (12 miles south-west) and Kidlington (10 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Enstone
In Enstone, that means homes and buildings near The Harrow Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Charlbury station, about 3.3 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Old Forge Museum (Great Tew) (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Blenheim Farm.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Height and safe access
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Enstone, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
What we’re asked to look at in Enstone
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lead lifted at abutments
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Enstone Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What the survey won’t cover
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The survey, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes about one to two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Enstone can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. 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.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Common questions in Enstone
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Enstone?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Enstone?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Enstone?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- How your policy defines a storm
- Acting for you with the insurer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
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.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.