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Storm Damage Roof Report in Finmere
Storm damage roof reports in Finmere from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Storm damage roof report in Finmere
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. We survey flat roofs, flashings and slate and tile slopes, and people most often book us about damage from fallen branches or debris and broken or displaced guttering.
In a village or hamlet like Finmere, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
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
- Finmere (MK18)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Finmere
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. People usually call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How soon the report will arrive
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Every price we give includes VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to tell us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a village or hamlet like Finmere, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Book a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Finmere, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. We photograph each gap.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Finmere
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Nearby places to Finmere
What else we do in Finmere
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It’s your record to use.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Finmere
How do I find out if my home in Finmere is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Finmere?
Yes, Finmere is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How do I book a survey in Finmere?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Wind, rain and roofs in Finmere
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. Historic houses like Stowe House, about 3.7 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Finmere goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Anyone responsible for a site like Finmere Church of England Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Finmere is about 4 miles west of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. Roofs in Finmere get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Buckinghamshire. Across Buckinghamshire, we cover Finmere and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Milton Keynes page.
Surveys in MK18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Chinalls Close, Stable Close and Fulwell Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Finmere: Tingewick (1 mile east), Preston Bissett (2 miles south-east), Gawcott (3 miles east), Hillesden (4 miles south-east) and Twyford (4 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Buckingham (4 miles east), Haydon Hill (15 miles south-east), Winslow (9 miles east), Steeple Claydon (5 miles south-east), Long Crendon (15 miles south) and Whitchurch (13 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Finmere
Well-known places in the area include The Menagerie (3.6 miles north-east) and Buckingham Community Hospital (3.9 miles east). Open spaces near Finmere include Buckingham Sand Pit.