Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Ibstone
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Ibstone and the rest of Buckinghamshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Lead lifted at abutments
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Ibstone
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. 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’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and damaged ridges and hips, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges and hips, flashings and slate and tile slopes alike.
Somewhere as small as Ibstone, older roofs have often been repaired many times. 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 look at what can be seen safely 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.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Ibstone (HP14)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Ibstone
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
If you own a rental within reach of Saunderton station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Places near Ibstone
Also in Ibstone
What affects the price in Ibstone
To price your survey, we look at:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
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.
What we need to know
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Ibstone
Historic houses like Stonor Park, about 3 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Ibstone goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. 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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
The streets around a church like Church of St Nicholas are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. Anyone responsible for a site like Ibstone CofE Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Ibstone is about 7 miles west of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. From houses to flats and shops in Ibstone, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Ibstone is one of the places in Buckinghamshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
All of HP14 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Ibstone include Northend (1 mile south-west), Turville Heath (2 miles south), Christmas Common (2 miles west), Stonor (3 miles south) and Crowell Hill (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (13 miles north), High Wycombe (7 miles east), Chesham (14 miles east), Marlow (8 miles south-east), Amersham (14 miles east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles east).
Near you in Ibstone
Around Ibstone, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Fox pub. The nearest railway station is Saunderton station, roughly 4.6 miles north-east of the centre. Open spaces near Ibstone include Bald Hill and Aston Rowant NNR.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- The outcome of a claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a village or hamlet like Ibstone, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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FAQs for Ibstone
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ibstone?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Ibstone is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Is my home in Ibstone 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.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Ibstone?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.
Why get it checked now?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. Around Ibstone, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
See our cost guide or two real surveys.