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Storm damage roof report in Grove, Oxfordshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Grove, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or torn flashings
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
How the survey works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. A visit to a smaller place like Grove is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- 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
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Related advice
How a storm damage roof report works in Grove
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. Common reasons to book are damaged ridges and hips and damaged pots on the stack, on flat roofs, ridges and hips and flashings.
In older homes around places like Grove, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it is old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are frequently the first clue.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Grove (OX12)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Grove
More services for Grove
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. Damage is photographed and described.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Grove
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.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Wind, rain and roofs in Grove
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 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, so check with the council.
Living close to Betjeman Millennium Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. The streets around a church such as St. John the Baptist are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Grove is about 8 miles west of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Grove gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. Grove is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. Oxford is in our area too.
Every address in OX12 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Millbrook Square, Main Street and Station Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Denchworth (1 mile north-west), West Hanney (2 miles north), Lyford (3 miles north), Goosey (3 miles west) and Charney Bassett (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Oxford (13 miles north-east), Didcot (8 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north-east), Witney (13 miles north), Carterton (13 miles north-west) and Faringdon (8 miles north-west).
Near you in Grove
Around Grove, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Bell pub, King Alfred's and St Mary's School. Other landmarks nearby include Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (0.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Chain Hill and Letcombe Valley.
Grove questions
Is Grove in the area you cover?
Yes, Grove is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Grove as anywhere else.
Will you come out to Grove?
Yes, Grove is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Only from the ground or from windows. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we’ll record the rest.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
What we’re asked to look at in Grove
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Common reasons to book include:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
If you look after a building such as Millbrook Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.