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Heads Hill Storm Damage Roof Report
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in Heads Hill and across West Berkshire.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
What this survey can’t tell you
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Acting for you with the insurer
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
About our storm damage roof report in Heads Hill
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. If you are worried about lead lifted at abutments and holes or cracks caused by debris, we can find out what’s behind it, on slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and chimney stacks alike.
In a village or hamlet like Heads Hill, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s 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.
- Location
- Heads Hill (RG19, RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Heads Hill
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. In a place like Heads Hill, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book us in Heads Hill
- Surveys seven days a week
- A written report with photos
- PI and public liability insurance
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
Heads Hill questions
Do you cover Heads Hill?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How do I find out if my home in Heads Hill is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
The survey, step by step
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Heads Hill, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Towns and villages near Heads Hill
Also in Heads Hill
What we are asked to look at in Heads Hill
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Is VAT included in the price?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Storm damage roof reports in Heads Hill: local notes
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. Historic houses such as Shaw House, about 3.3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Heads Hill goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a building like Cheam School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you live near a park like New Greenham Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Heads Hill is about 2 miles south of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Surveys in Heads Hill work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Across West Berkshire, we cover Heads Hill. We also survey roofs in Reading.
We survey roofs across the RG19 and RG20 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Main Street, Thornford Road and Second Street East or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Heads Hill: Bishop's Green (1 mile south-west), Headley (1 mile south-east), Bury's Bank (1 mile north-west), Mill Green (1 mile south-east) and Goose Hill (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (9 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles north-west), Hungerford (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (13 miles east) and Calcot (11 miles north-east).
Around Heads Hill
In Heads Hill, that means homes and buildings near New Greenham Park and Kennet School. The closest station to Heads Hill is Thatcham station, about 1.9 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Donnington Castle (4.3 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (2.4 miles north). For a walk, there’s Thatcham Reed Beds and Ladle Hill.