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Jericho Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Jericho, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flat roof edges peeled back
How a storm damage roof report works in Jericho
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you are worried about loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flashings, chimney stacks and gutters and fascias alike.
Older cottages and houses around Jericho may have roofs with little or no underlay. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Jericho (OX1, OX2)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Jericho
With Holywell Manor about 0.9 miles east, Jericho 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 any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. 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’s detailed.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Barnabas' Church of England Aided Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you own a rental within reach of Oxford station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Jericho is about 2 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. From houses to flats and shops in Jericho, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in OX1 and OX2 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Abbey Road, Combe Road and Pusey Lane and the roads around them. With the A4144 close by, Jericho is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Walton Manor (1 mile north), St John Street area (1 mile south-east), Park Town (1 mile north-east), Norham Manor (1 mile north-east) and Osney (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Didcot (10 miles south), Bicester (11 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (13 miles east).
Around Jericho
Around Jericho, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Oxford University Parks, The Rickety Press pub and The Eckersley School of English. Also close by are Oxford Academy (1.1 miles north) and Somerville College Library (within half a mile east). The closest station to Jericho is Oxford station, roughly 0.5 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Oxford University Press Museum (under half a mile south-east) and Clarendon Shopping Centre (0.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Jericho include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Harcourt Hill.
Towns and villages near Jericho
What else we do in Jericho
Jericho: your questions answered
Will you come out to Jericho?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Jericho?
Yes, Jericho is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not usually covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That’s not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report does not include repair costs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. We check whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Jericho
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Estimates of repair costs
- How your policy defines a storm
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Jericho
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Loose or torn flashings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged flat roof membrane
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Barnabas Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Are they insured for the work?
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether VAT is added on top
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Parking around Jericho is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it is safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.