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Storm damage roof report in Highmoor Cross, Oxfordshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Highmoor Cross? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Highmoor Cross and across Oxfordshire.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Water coming in after the storm
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
Storm damage roof report in Highmoor Cross
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It does not price the repairs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for that. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. Typical surveys look at flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and slipped or missing slates or tiles, across slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and gutters and fascias.
In a village or hamlet like Highmoor Cross, older cottages and farmhouses frequently 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, particularly to an insurer. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Highmoor Cross (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Highmoor Cross, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check pets are kept safely away
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
Why act early in Highmoor Cross
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. In a small place like Highmoor Cross, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why us?
- Package prices that include VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- The outcome of a claim
- How your policy defines a storm
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Common questions in Highmoor Cross
Will you come out to Highmoor Cross?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Highmoor Cross listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Highmoor Cross?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Places near Highmoor Cross
What else we do in Highmoor Cross
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Highmoor Cross
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. The wider area around Highmoor Cross has a long history of building, with Greys Court about 1.6 miles east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Henley-On-Thames station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you live in an older home near Church of St Paul, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Highmoor Cross is about 5 miles north of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Highmoor Cross and nearby. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire. Reading is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the RG9 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Holly Close and The Glebe and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Highmoor (1 mile north-west), Shepherd's Green (1 mile south-east), Kingwood Common (1 mile south), Catslip (1 mile north) and Nettlebed (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Didcot (12 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Thame (13 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (4 miles east), Benson (7 miles north-west) and Chinnor (11 miles north).
Around Highmoor Cross
In Highmoor Cross, that means homes and buildings near The Dog and Duck pub. The nearest railway station is Henley-On-Thames station, roughly 4.1 miles east of the centre. The countryside around Highmoor Cross includes Warburg Nature Reserve.