West Berkshire · London and the South East
Great Lea Common Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Great Lea Common and the rest of West Berkshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Broken or displaced guttering
How a storm damage roof report works in Great Lea Common
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: 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 flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias, and people most often book us about damaged gutters and fascias and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
In a village or hamlet like Great Lea Common, 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. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Great Lea Common (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a village or hamlet like Great Lea Common, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You tell us 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.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Check how your policy defines a storm
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Great Lea Common
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. 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.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
If you let a flat or house near Reading Green Park station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Questions to ask before you book
- When you will get the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether VAT is added on top
Wind, rain and roofs in Great Lea Common
Stratfield Saye House, about 4.3 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Great Lea Common. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you run a business near The Oracle, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters. If you live near a park such as Pearman's Copse, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Great Lea Common is about 3 miles south of Reading, in West Berkshire. Bookings from Great Lea Common are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Great Lea Common is one of the places in West Berkshire where we work.
We work across RG7 for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to Great Lea Common include Three Mile Cross (1 mile south-east), Whitley Wood (1 mile north-east), Ryeish Green (1 mile south-east), Green Park (1 mile north-west) and Shinfield (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Newbury (15 miles west), Thatcham (12 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles west), Speenhamland (15 miles west), Calcot (4 miles north-west) and Shaw (14 miles west).
Local landmarks in Great Lea Common
In Great Lea Common, that means homes and buildings near Geoffrey Field Junior School, Ryeish Green School and Pearman's Copse and the streets around them. The closest station to Great Lea Common is Reading Green Park station, about 1.5 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (3 miles north) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (2.9 miles north). The countryside around Great Lea Common includes Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Longwater.
Common questions in Great Lea Common
Do you carry out roof surveys in Great Lea Common?
Yes, Great Lea Common is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How do I find out if my home in Great Lea Common is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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 use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers usually exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Leave it or get it looked at?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, alongside any photos you took yourself. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Why book with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Packages from £150, including VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we look at:
- How big the roof is
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- The outcome of a claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Great Lea Common
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks