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Kiddington Storm Damage Roof Report
Need a storm damage roof report in Kiddington? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Storm damage roof report in Kiddington
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. 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 we give you is an independent record of the roof. We survey ridges and hips, flashings and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about damage from fallen branches or debris and broken or displaced guttering.
Many homes in small places like Kiddington face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Kiddington (OX20)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Kiddington
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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Historic houses such as Blenheim Palace, about 4.6 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Kiddington goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Landlords with a home close to Charlbury station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Take an older house close to Church of St Nicholas: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Kiddington is about 7 miles north-west of Kidlington, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Kiddington, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Kiddington. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Every address in OX20 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Kiddington include Enstone (2 miles west), Church Enstone (3 miles north-west), Little Tew (4 miles north-west), Great Tew (4 miles north) and Swerford (6 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (13 miles south-east), Banbury (11 miles north), Bicester (10 miles east), Witney (9 miles south-west), Carterton (12 miles south-west) and Kidlington (7 miles south-east).
What’s near Kiddington
The nearest railway station is Charlbury station, roughly 4.4 miles south-west. Not far away are Blenheim Farm.
Why it is worth a survey now in Kiddington
Leaving storm damage can let water into the loft space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. Older cottages and farmhouses around Kiddington can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent view of the roof
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Kiddington can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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Useful tips for Kiddington property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- File receipts for anything you pay for
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.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Common questions in Kiddington
Do you cover Kiddington?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Kiddington is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is Kiddington within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
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 your policy sets the actual test.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- A price for the repairs
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- A decision on your insurance claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
Surveys for landlords and agents in Kiddington
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
How we price storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- When you need the report by
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.