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Finchampstead Storm Damage Roof Report
Wondering about the roof at a property in Finchampstead? You can book a storm damage roof report in Finchampstead and across Wokingham.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Storm damage roof report in Finchampstead: what you get
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. It is yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We aren’t loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. We survey slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are roofs hit by falling trees and damaged ridges and hips.
In a village or hamlet like Finchampstead, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Finchampstead (RG40)
- Wider area
- Wokingham
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Areas we cannot see safely
- Acting for you with the insurer
- The outcome of a claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
Landlords, agents and block managers in Finchampstead
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Storm damage roof reports around Finchampstead
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. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
For landlords with property near Crowthorne station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you look after a building such as Finchampstead CofE VA Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Finchampstead is about 2 miles north-west of Yateley, in Wokingham. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Finchampstead. Finchampstead is one of the towns and villages in Wokingham where we work. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Here we cover the RG40 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on The Village, Manor Barns Lane and Longwater Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Eversley Centre (1 mile south-west), Eversley Cross (1 mile south), California (1 mile north-west), Eversley (1 mile west) and Lower Common (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Reading (8 miles north-west), Wokingham (3 miles north), Woodley (7 miles north), Earley (6 miles north-west), Crowthorne (3 miles east) and Lower Earley (5 miles north-west).
What’s near Finchampstead
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Queen's Oak pub, Shepperlands Farm Nature Reserve and Yateley School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Crowthorne station, roughly 1.7 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Pinewood Hospital (3.2 miles north-east). Not far away are Wildmoor Heath and Horseshoe Lake.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Finchampstead, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Finchampstead
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
When to book a survey in Finchampstead
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
If you live near a park like Shepperlands Farm Nature Reserve, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their report turnaround times
- Is VAT included in the price?
Questions from Finchampstead
How do I find out if my home in Finchampstead is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Finchampstead?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it is safe. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- File receipts for anything you pay for
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. 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.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.