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Storm damage roof report in Great Rollright, Oxfordshire
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Great Rollright and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- New damp or leaks inside
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
Storm damage roof report in Great Rollright: what you get
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It isn’t a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for that. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. Common reasons to book are damaged gutters and fascias and ridge tiles that have come loose, across flashings, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes.
Being in a small place like Great Rollright makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Great Rollright (OX7)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Wind, rain and roofs in Great Rollright
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. About 4.9 miles west lies Chastleton House, a reminder of how long the area around Great Rollright has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Andrew, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you look after a building such as Great Rollright Church of England (Aided) Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Great Rollright is about 10 miles south-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Great Rollright and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Great Rollright and the places around it. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: OX7. You’ll find streets such as High Street, Chapel End and The Green, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Over Norton (2 miles south), Chipping Norton (3 miles south), Salford (3 miles south-west), Sarsden (5 miles south-west) and Churchill (5 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Banbury (10 miles north-east), Witney (13 miles south), Carterton (15 miles south), Kidlington (15 miles south-east), Neithrop (9 miles north-east) and Grimsbury (11 miles north-east).
What’s near Great Rollright
In Great Rollright, that means homes and buildings near The Unicorn Public House. Well-known places in the area include Chipping Norton Museum of Local History (2.6 miles south) and Wheelbarrow Castle (3.5 miles west). Open spaces near Great Rollright include Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
Common questions in Great Rollright
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Great Rollright?
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.
Is Great Rollright in the area you cover?
Yes, Great Rollright is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Great Rollright as anywhere else.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. 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.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Leave it or get it looked at?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you are not relying only on your own photos. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Great Rollright, access is normally the main thing to plan. 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.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Great Rollright
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Areas we can’t see safely
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs