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Kidlington Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Storm damage roof reports in Kidlington.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lead lifted at abutments
Storm damage roof reports in Kidlington: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. 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. The wider area around Kidlington has a long history of building, with Blenheim Palace about 3.5 miles north-west. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Oxford Parkway station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Take a building like St Thomas More Catholic Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Kidlington is about 5 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Kidlington and nearby. Kidlington is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work.
All of OX5 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, Sterling Road and Exeter Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Kidlington sits on or near the A4260, so getting to you is simple. Other places close to Kidlington include Gosford (1 mile south-east), Hampton Poyle (1 mile north-east), Islip (2 miles east), Bletchingdon (2 miles north) and Enslow (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (5 miles south-east), Didcot (15 miles south), Bicester (8 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles south), Witney (9 miles west) and Carterton (14 miles west).
What’s near Kidlington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Gosford Hill School and Red Lion pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Oxford Parkway station, about 1.3 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Oxford Castle (4.9 miles south) and Acland Hospital (4.3 miles south). Open spaces near Kidlington include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
About our storm damage roof report in Kidlington
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We survey slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and ridges and hips, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are slipped or missing slates or tiles and gutters pulled loose in the wind.
Around Kidlington, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it isn’t always obvious where it starts. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Kidlington (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What else we do in Kidlington
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. For a survey in Kidlington, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Kidlington
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why act early in Kidlington
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is typically better. Around Kidlington, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Package prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Common questions in Kidlington
Do you carry out roof surveys in Kidlington?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Kidlington is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
Useful tips for Kidlington property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Kidlington
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Landlords and letting agents in Kidlington book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.