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Storm damage roof report in Faringdon, Oxfordshire
A careful look at the roof at your property in Faringdon, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
How a storm damage roof report works in Faringdon
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. Common reasons to book are new damp or leaks inside and slipped or missing slates or tiles, on flashings, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs.
Houses in smaller places like Faringdon can stand more in the open, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. It helps to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Faringdon (SN7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
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 an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a smaller place like Faringdon, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Storm damage roof reports in Faringdon: local notes
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. 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. With Buscot Park about 3 miles north-west, Faringdon sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Anyone responsible for a site like Faringdon Community College will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Faringdon, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use.
Faringdon is about 10 miles south-west of Witney, in Oxfordshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Faringdon. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
All of SN7 is covered for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Station Road, Marlborough Gardens and Marlborough Close or a nearby road, we can help. With the A417 and A4095 close by, Faringdon is simple for us to get to. If you’re just outside Faringdon, we cover Little Coxwell (1 mile south), Fernham (2 miles south), Shellingford (2 miles south-east), Hatford (3 miles east) and Baulking (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Didcot (15 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles east), Witney (10 miles north-east), Carterton (8 miles north), Wantage (8 miles south-east) and Grove (8 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Faringdon
Around Faringdon, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Faringdon Infant School and The Swan pub. Other landmarks nearby include Faringdon Day Hospital (under half a mile north) and Faringdon Castle (0.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Faringdon include Badbury Hill.
Common questions in Faringdon
Is Faringdon within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is my home in Faringdon listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Faringdon
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- A price for the repairs
- A decision on your insurance claim
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. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
Checking the roof from the ground
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.