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Storm Damage Roof Report in Horsleys Green
Storm damage roof reports around Horsleys Green, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Horsleys Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
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About our storm damage roof report in Horsleys Green
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. 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’re worried about flat roof edges peeled back and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Horsleys Green, 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, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We check 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.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Location
- Horsleys Green (HP14)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we are asked to look at in Horsleys Green
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lead lifted at abutments
If you let a flat or house near Saunderton station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What happens after the report arrives
Horsleys Green roofs and the weather
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. With West Wycombe Park House about 2.7 miles east, Horsleys Green sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Mary Towerton School At Studley Green, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Horsleys Green is about 5 miles west of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. Roofs in Horsleys Green get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Buckinghamshire. Horsleys Green is one of the places in Buckinghamshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: HP14. We also cover Beacon's Bottom (1 mile north), Studley Green (1 mile east), Waterend (1 mile north), The City (1 mile north) and Green End (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Aylesbury (12 miles north), High Wycombe (5 miles east), Chesham (12 miles east), Marlow (6 miles south-east), Amersham (11 miles east) and Beaconsfield (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Horsleys Green
We work in homes and buildings around Studley Arms, among other places. The nearest railway station is Saunderton station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Wycombe Hospital (5 miles east). Not far away are Bald Hill and Yoesden.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Horsleys Green: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Horsleys Green is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Horsleys Green within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it is not resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report follows by email.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. We record which are loose or damaged.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Horsleys Green and across Buckinghamshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.