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Storm damage roof report in Filchampstead, Oxfordshire
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Filchampstead. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Why get it checked now?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, alongside any photos you took yourself. For older village homes like those around Filchampstead, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Filchampstead
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Photographs and a written report every time
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Storm damage roof report in Filchampstead
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a written report with photographs to give to your insurer. We survey flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are slates and tiles blown off the roof and damage from fallen branches or debris.
Many homes in small places like Filchampstead face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Filchampstead (OX2)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Filchampstead can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Filchampstead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Checking the roof from the ground
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
You can learn a lot 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 doesn’t cover
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
Storm damage roof reports in Filchampstead: local notes
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. About 2.8 miles south lies Appleton Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Filchampstead has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Oxford station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you look after a building such as Cumnor Church of England School (Voluntary Controlled), on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you live in an older home near St Mary's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Filchampstead is about 5 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Filchampstead, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Filchampstead is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover for storm damage roof reports.
Every address in OX2 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Cumnor Road and Lower Whitley Road, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Filchampstead, we cover Farmoor (1 mile north), Cumnor (1 mile south-east), Chawley (1 mile south-east), Dean Court (1 mile east) and Swinford (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Oxford (5 miles east), Didcot (11 miles south-east), Bicester (13 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south-east), Witney (7 miles west) and Carterton (11 miles west).
Near you in Filchampstead
We work in homes and buildings around Matthew Arnold School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Oxford station, about 3.2 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Oxford University Press Museum (3.4 miles east) and Radcliffe Infirmary (3.6 miles east). For a walk, there is Lashford Lane Fen and Cumnor Hill.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Filchampstead. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
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Filchampstead questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Filchampstead?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Filchampstead?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Filchampstead is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers usually exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.