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Storm damage roof report in Kennington, Oxfordshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Kennington? You can book a storm damage roof report in Kennington and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Loose or torn flashings
How a storm damage roof report works in Kennington
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you are worried about torn or lifted flat roof coverings and damaged ridges and hips, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Houses in smaller places like Kennington can stand more in the open, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It helps to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Kennington (OX1, OX14)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Kennington: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Historic houses like Holywell Manor, about 3.1 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Kennington goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For hotels and guest houses around Kennington, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition. If you own a rental within reach of Radley station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Kennington is about 3 miles south of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Kennington and nearby. Kennington is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover for storm damage roof reports.
We cover every part of the OX1 and OX14 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Simpsons Way, The Avenue and Liddiard Close and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Kennington: Sandford-on-Thames (1 mile east), Littlemore (1 mile north-east), Redbridge (1 mile north), Hinksey Hill (1 mile north-west) and Bayworth (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Oxford (3 miles north), Didcot (7 miles south), Bicester (14 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles south-west), Witney (12 miles north-west) and Carterton (15 miles west).
What’s near Kennington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Oxford Academy, Emmanuel Christian School and The Tandem pub, among other places. Kennington’s nearest station is Radley station, roughly 1.8 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Templars Square (1.9 miles north-east) and Oxford Castle and earlier settlement remains (2.9 miles north). For a walk, there is Lashford Lane Fen and Harcourt Hill.
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Parking around Kennington 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 it applies.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Nearby places to Kennington
What else we do in Kennington
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are often where flat roof coverings start to peel back. We check whether the damage is recent or older.
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What we’re asked to look at in Kennington
Storms don’t only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Shop and office owners around Templars Square may find that water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What the survey will not cover
- What experience they bring
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Common questions in Kennington
Will you come out to Kennington?
Yes. Kennington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is Kennington in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Kennington is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
How long does the survey take?
It typically takes between one and two hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Useful tips for Kennington property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that doesn’t resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
When you need someone else
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Acting for you with the insurer
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes