Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Horton-cum-Studley, Oxfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Horton-cum-Studley, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- New damp or leaks inside
- Flat roof edges peeled back
How a storm damage roof report works in Horton-cum-Studley
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We’re not loss adjusters and cannot tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you are worried about water coming in after the storm and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flashings, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes alike.
In a village or hamlet like Horton-cum-Studley, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Horton-cum-Studley (OX33)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Horton-cum-Studley. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Common roof problems in Horton-cum-Studley
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.
Problems we come across often include:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Take an older house close to Church of St Barnabas: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their report turnaround times
Common questions in Horton-cum-Studley
Is my home in Horton-cum-Studley listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Do you cover smaller places like Horton-cum-Studley?
Yes. Horton-cum-Studley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Towns and villages near Horton-cum-Studley
Also in Horton-cum-Studley
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Leaks and storm damage in Horton-cum-Studley
Boarstall Tower, about 2.2 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Horton-cum-Studley. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you let a flat or house near Islip station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Homes near green spaces such as Katie and George Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Horton-cum-Studley is about 6 miles north-east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We cover Horton-cum-Studley and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, large and small. Oxford is in our area too.
Here we cover the OX33 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on The Green, Church Lane and Oakley Road. Other places close to Horton-cum-Studley include Murcott (2 miles north), Fencott (3 miles north-west), Charlton-on-Otmoor (3 miles north-west), Upper Arncott (3 miles north) and Merton (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Oxford (6 miles south-west), Didcot (14 miles south), Bicester (7 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles south-west), Witney (15 miles west) and Thame (8 miles south-east).
Near you in Horton-cum-Studley
We work in homes and buildings around Katie and George Park, among other places. The closest station to Horton-cum-Studley is Islip station, about 4.4 miles west. A little further out are Churchill Hospital (4.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Horton-cum-Studley include Shotover and Bernwood Meadows.
What we can’t see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- A price for the repairs
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Horton-cum-Studley can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.