Wokingham · London and the South East
Gardeners Green Storm Damage Roof Report
Independent storm damage roof reports in Gardeners Green. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Gardeners Green
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It is yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We aren’t loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Typical surveys look at ridge tiles that have come loose and slates and tiles blown off the roof, across chimney stacks, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes.
Many homes in small places like Gardeners Green face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Gardeners Green (RG40)
- Wider area
- Wokingham
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports around Gardeners Green
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Older buildings may be listed or sit 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.
If you live in an older home near St Sebastian's Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. If you run a business near The Lexicon, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Gardeners Green is about 2 miles north-west of Crowthorne, in Wokingham. Wherever you are in Gardeners Green, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Gardeners Green is one of the towns and villages in Wokingham where we work. Reading is in our area too.
Storm damage roof reports in RG40 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Honey Hill and Heathlands Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Holme Green (1 mile north-east), Little Sandhurst (3 miles south), Barkham (3 miles west), California (3 miles south-west) and Finchampstead (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Reading (8 miles north-west), Woodley (5 miles north-west), Earley (6 miles north-west), Lower Earley (5 miles north-west), Winnersh (4 miles north-west) and Newtown (7 miles north-west).
Around Gardeners Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wixenford School, The Crooked Billet pub and St Crispin's School and the streets around them. The closest station to Gardeners Green is Wokingham station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are The Lexicon (3.3 miles north-east) and Pinewood Hospital (1 mile south-east). Not far away are Holt Copse & Joel Park and Heath Lake.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A price for the repairs
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
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How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a village or hamlet like Gardeners Green, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, frequently where nails have rusted. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. We photograph each gap.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
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.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Gardeners Green: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Gardeners Green is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Gardeners Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Gardeners Green is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
How do I book a survey in Gardeners Green?
Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- When you need the report by
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Gardeners Green?
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Stains appearing after strong winds
If you let a flat or house near Wokingham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Before booking anyone
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their insurance cover
- Is VAT included in the price?