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Storm damage roof report in Leckhampstead, West Berkshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Leckhampstead, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged gutters and fascias
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes about one to two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older rural homes like those around Leckhampstead can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Storm damage roof report in Leckhampstead: what you get
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It does not price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. We survey chimney stacks, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are ridge tiles that have come loose and water coming in after the storm.
Somewhere as small as Leckhampstead, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Leckhampstead (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Leckhampstead
We confirm the price for the job before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
When to book a survey in Leckhampstead
A storm frequently finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
If you live in an older home near Church of St James, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Why get it checked now?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, alongside any photos you took yourself. In a small place like Leckhampstead, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Photos and a written report every time
- Surveys seven days a week
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Leckhampstead: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Leckhampstead is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Leckhampstead?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We check everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Wind, rain and roofs in Leckhampstead
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
For any home in Leckhampstead, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Leckhampstead is about 6 miles north of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Leckhampstead for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Leckhampstead is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. There’s also a page for Reading.
Every address in RG20 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Peasemore (1 mile north-east), North Heath (2 miles south-east), Downend (2 miles east), Chieveley (3 miles south-east) and Winterbourne (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Newbury (6 miles south), Thatcham (7 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (14 miles south-east), Speenhamland (5 miles south), Hungerford (8 miles south-west) and Calcot (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Leckhampstead
Other landmarks nearby include Donnington Castle (4.5 miles south). The countryside around Leckhampstead includes Snelsmore Common.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.