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Storm damage roof report in Hardwick, Oxfordshire
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Hardwick from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Hardwick?
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Mary, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
What to check before booking
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
How a storm damage roof report works in Hardwick
Our storm damage report starts from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It is not a repair quote and doesn’t 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. We’re often asked to look into slates and tiles blown off the roof and damaged ridges and hips, on slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and flashings.
Somewhere as small as Hardwick, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We look at what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Hardwick (OX29)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hardwick
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hardwick. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Why it’s worth a survey now in Hardwick
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it is safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. In a small place like Hardwick, 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 price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Hardwick, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Leaks and storm damage in Hardwick
Longworth House, about 4.1 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hardwick. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. 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.
Hardwick is about 3 miles south-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. In Hardwick, as across Oxfordshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Hardwick is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work. Oxford is in our area too.
We work across OX29 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Hardwick sits on or near the B4449, so getting to you is simple. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Brighthampton (2 miles south), Ducklington (2 miles north-west), Standlake (2 miles south-east), High Cogges (2 miles north) and South Leigh (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (9 miles east), Didcot (13 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles south-east), Witney (3 miles north-west), Carterton (6 miles west) and Wantage (11 miles south).
What’s near Hardwick
A little further out are Hinton Waldrist Castle (4.2 miles south) and Cogges Manor Farm Museum (2.6 miles north-west).
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Hardwick
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hardwick?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Hardwick within the area you cover?
Yes. Hardwick is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
What does a storm damage report cost?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
That is not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.