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Storm Damage Roof Report in Howe Hill
Storm damage roof reports around Howe Hill, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
What we’re asked to look at in Howe Hill
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People usually call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Take a building like Icknield Community College: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- When you’ll get the report
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Howe Hill
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey slate and tile slopes, flashings and chimney stacks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose or torn flashings and torn or lifted flat roof coverings.
For a small place like Howe Hill, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Howe Hill (OX49)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Howe Hill
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. With Stonor Park about 3.2 miles south-east, Howe Hill sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Howe Hill is about 9 miles south of Thame, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Howe Hill and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We survey roofs across OX49 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Close by, we survey roofs in Cookley Green (1 mile south), Christmas Common (1 mile north-east), Northend (2 miles east), Shirburn (3 miles north) and Stonor (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (14 miles north-west), Didcot (11 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles west), Thame (9 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles south-east) and Benson (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in Howe Hill
Green spaces nearby include Warburg Nature Reserve and Bald Hill.
Questions from Howe Hill
Will you come out to Howe Hill?
Yes, Howe Hill is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Howe Hill?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
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.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report does not include repair costs.
What happens if roof problems are left?
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it’s better to know. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. For an older or listed building in a place like Howe Hill, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- 98% customer satisfaction
- An independent view of the roof
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The roof’s overall size
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Checking the roof from the ground
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
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What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a village or hamlet like Howe Hill, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- 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
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Check how your policy defines a storm
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.