Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Hawthorn Hill Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Hawthorn Hill and the rest of Bracknell Forest. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or torn flashings
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older rural homes like those around Hawthorn Hill can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
About our storm damage roof report in Hawthorn Hill
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you’ve noticed water coming in after the storm and broken or displaced guttering, we can find out what’s behind it, on ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and flashings alike.
Being in a small place like Hawthorn Hill makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Hawthorn Hill (RG42)
- Region
- Bracknell Forest
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Hawthorn Hill
Other services in Hawthorn Hill
Why get it checked now?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. In a small place like Hawthorn Hill, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Every finding written up with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What we can’t see
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The outcome of a claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Hawthorn Hill
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
Hawthorn Hill roofs and the weather
The wider area around Hawthorn Hill has a long history of building, with St Leonard's Hill about 3.8 miles east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Take a building like Holyport College: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Take an older house close to Church of St Michael and All Angels: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Hawthorn Hill is about 3 miles north of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. We cover Hawthorn Hill and the rest of Bracknell Forest. Hawthorn Hill is one of the places in Bracknell Forest we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
All of RG42 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Ascot Road and Maidenhead Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Nuptown (1 mile south-east), Jealott's Hill (1 mile south-west), Moss End (1 mile south-west), Braywoodside (1 mile north) and Tickleback Row (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Bracknell (3 miles south), Sandhurst (8 miles south), Wick Hill (3 miles south), Priestwood (3 miles south-west), Binfield (3 miles south-west) and Great Hollands (4 miles south).
Landmarks near Hawthorn Hill
For rail, the closest station is Bracknell station, about 3.2 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Heatherwood Hospital (4 miles south-east) and The Lexicon (2.9 miles south). For a walk, there is Weycock Hill and Bray Pit.
When to book a survey in Hawthorn Hill
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged flat roof membrane
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Lexicon, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Do not go up a ladder to look.
Questions from Hawthorn Hill
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hawthorn Hill?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hawthorn Hill?
Yes, Hawthorn Hill is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hawthorn Hill
Landlords and letting agents in Hawthorn Hill book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.