Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Granborough
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Granborough, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
How a storm damage roof report works in Granborough
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. We survey gutters and fascias, ridges and hips and flashings, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are holes or cracks caused by debris and flat roof edges peeled back.
In a village or hamlet like Granborough, 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. We look at whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Granborough (MK18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere as small as Granborough, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What a storm damage roof report looks like in Granborough
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. 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’s detailed. About 2.9 miles west lies Claydon House, a reminder of how long the area around Granborough has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St John the Baptist, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Anyone responsible for a site like Sir Thomas Fremantle School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Granborough is about 7 miles south-east of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. We survey roofs in Granborough and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Buckinghamshire, we cover Granborough and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Storm damage roof reports in MK18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Marks Orchard, Winslow Road and Sovereign Close. We also cover Winslow (2 miles north), Swanbourne (3 miles north-east), Dunton (3 miles east), Great Horwood (4 miles north) and Mursley (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (8 miles south-east), Buckingham (7 miles north-west), Elmhurst (7 miles south-east), Southcourt (9 miles south), Princes Risborough (14 miles south) and Haydon Hill (7 miles south).
Around Granborough
We work in homes and buildings around The Crown pub, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Bolbec Castle (3.4 miles south-east).
Also near Granborough
Also in Granborough
Leave it or get it looked at?
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. In a small place like Granborough, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Landlord and commercial surveys in Granborough
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
For a price for your roof in Granborough, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The kind of building and roof involved
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Granborough, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
FAQs for Granborough
Is Granborough within the area you cover?
Yes. Granborough is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Granborough is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we can’t predict the outcome.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes