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Storm damage roof report in Grimsbury, Oxfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Grimsbury, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Grimsbury
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. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. If you are worried about ridge tiles that have come loose and damage from fallen branches or debris, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Grimsbury, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It’s useful to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Place
- Grimsbury (OX16, OX17, OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. A visit to Grimsbury is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at 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.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Grimsbury, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
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Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
When you need someone else
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Areas we cannot see safely
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Height and safe access
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to let us know when you contact us
These details help when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
More services for Grimsbury
Grimsbury roofs and the weather
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. The wider area around Grimsbury has a long history of building, with Broughton Castle about 3.4 miles south-west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like St Leonard's Church of England Primary School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. For landlords with property near Banbury station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Castle Quay Shopping Centre, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Grimsbury is about 1 mile east of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Grimsbury, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Grimsbury and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Surveys in OX16, OX17 and OX15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Alma Road, Manor Road and Verney Road. We also cover the places around Grimsbury: Banbury (1 mile west), Neithrop (2 miles west), Ruscote (2 miles west) and Bodicote (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Bicester (13 miles south-east), Bure Park (13 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (13 miles south-west), Woodstock (15 miles south), Bloxham (4 miles south-west) and Charlbury (15 miles south-west).
What’s near Grimsbury
Around Grimsbury, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Banbury Academy, The Pepper Pot pub and Ash-Shifa School and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Grimsbury itself: Banbury station. Nearby you will also find Horton General Hospital (1 mile south-west) and Castle Quay Shopping Centre (0.5 miles west). Not far away are Crouch Hill and Farthinghoe Nature Reserve.
FAQs for Grimsbury
Do you cover Grimsbury?
Yes, Grimsbury is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Grimsbury is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
How do I book a survey in Grimsbury?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and agents in Grimsbury book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.