Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Hempton Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Hempton and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Water coming in after the storm
Common questions in Hempton
Will you come out to Hempton?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you cover Hempton?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Hempton as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it is safe. We check everything that can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not usually covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
About our storm damage roof report in Hempton
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. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. Typical surveys look at stains appearing after strong winds and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, across slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and chimney stacks.
For a small place like Hempton, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Hempton (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Hempton
What else we do in Hempton
What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A price for the repairs
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
Storm damage roof reports in Hempton: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. About 4.3 miles north-west lies Broughton Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Hempton has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
For landlords with property near Kings Sutton station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Hempton means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Hempton is about 6 miles south of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Hempton and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Hempton and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
We work across OX15 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Hempton Road, The Lane and St John's Way or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Hempton: Barford St Michael (1 mile north-west), Barford St John (1 mile north-west), Deddington (1 mile east), Nether Worton (2 miles south-west) and Dane Hill (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Banbury (6 miles north), Bicester (10 miles south-east), Witney (15 miles south-west), Kidlington (12 miles south), Bure Park (10 miles south-east) and Chipping Norton (9 miles west).
What’s near Hempton
Around Hempton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near George Inn. Hempton’s nearest station is Kings Sutton station, roughly 4 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Bloxham Village Museum (2.5 miles north) and Deddington Castle (1.6 miles east). The countryside around Hempton includes Crouch Hill.
What we do, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older rural homes like those around Hempton can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. Older cottages and farmhouses around Hempton can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hempton
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Prices that include VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
- Photos and a written report every time
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
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.
What we are asked to look at in Hempton
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. Your insurer still makes the decision.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Lead lifted at abutments
For an older house near a landmark like Saint John the Evangelist, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What made you get in touch
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.