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Storm damage roof report in Frilsham, West Berkshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Frilsham? You can book a storm damage roof report in Frilsham and across West Berkshire.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Roofs hit by falling trees
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Frilsham, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
How a storm damage roof report works in Frilsham
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Typical surveys look at slipped or missing slates or tiles and holes or cracks caused by debris, on flat roofs, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes.
Somewhere as small as Frilsham, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Frilsham (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Frilsham
How do I find out if my home in Frilsham is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Frilsham?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Frilsham is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How do I book a survey in Frilsham?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Checking the roof from ground level
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Why act early in Frilsham
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. Those photos show the damage as it was. For older village homes like those around Frilsham, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent view of the roof
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Leaks and storm damage in Frilsham
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
If you own a rental within reach of Midgham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. The streets around a church such as Church of St Frideswide are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you look after a building such as Yattendon C.E. Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Frilsham is about 4 miles north-east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Bookings from Frilsham are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Frilsham is one of the places in West Berkshire we cover. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Storm damage roof reports in RG18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Beechfield Lane, Hatchets Lane and Chapel Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Yattendon (1 mile north-east), Wellhouse (2 miles west), Little Hungerford (2 miles west), Hampstead Norreys (2 miles north-west) and Oare (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (6 miles south-west), Thatcham (4 miles south-west), Burghfield Common (8 miles south-east), Speenhamland (6 miles south-west), Hungerford (13 miles west) and Spencers Wood (11 miles east).
Near you in Frilsham
Around Frilsham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Pot Kiln pub and the streets around them. Frilsham’s nearest station is Midgham station, roughly 4.3 miles south of the centre. A little further out are West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.7 miles south-west) and Yattendon Castle (1 mile north). Not far away are Nature Discovery Centre.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What’s prompted the survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.