Reading · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Kidmore End
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Kidmore End, with photos and a written report.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- New damp or leaks inside
Storm damage roof report in Kidmore End
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. The claim decision rests with your insurer. If you’re worried about flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and slipped or missing slates or tiles, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Kidmore End, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Kidmore End (RG4)
- Region
- Reading
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Kidmore End
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. With Mapledurham House about 2.3 miles south-west, Kidmore End sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St John the Baptist, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. Landlords with a home close to Tilehurst station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Kidmore End is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. Bookings from Kidmore End are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Reading, large and small.
All of RG4 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Butlers Orchard, Coopers Pightle and Wood Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Kidmore End include Sonning Common (1 mile north-east), Peppard Hill (1 mile north), Kingwood Common (2 miles north), Rotherfield Peppard (2 miles north-east) and Shepherd's Green (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Norcot (4 miles south), West Reading (4 miles south), Tilehurst Within (4 miles south-west), Shinfield (7 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (10 miles south-east) and Horncastle (4 miles south).
Landmarks near Kidmore End
In Kidmore End, that means homes and buildings near Pack Horse Public House, The Warwick School and Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge. For rail, the closest station is Tilehurst station, about 2.9 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (3.4 miles south) and Battle Hospital (3.4 miles south). Not far away are Sonning Hill and Hartslock.
Useful tips for Kidmore End property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Kidmore End?
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Water coming in after the storm
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Kidmore End Church of England Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
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Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. Loose flashings are recorded.
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. The report shows each damaged area.
What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- How your policy defines a storm
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Estimates of repair costs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Kidmore End
Is Kidmore End within the area you cover?
Yes. Kidmore End is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is Kidmore End in the area you cover?
Yes, Kidmore End is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Kidmore End needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- 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.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.