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Storm damage roof report in Long Crendon, Buckinghamshire
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Long Crendon. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
How a storm damage roof report works in Long Crendon
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We survey slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and damaged flat roof membrane.
In older homes around places like Long Crendon, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Whether it is long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Long Crendon (HP18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
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. A typical survey takes an hour or two at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a smaller place like Long Crendon, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- 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.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Leaks and storm damage in Long Crendon
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
For landlords with property near Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you look after a building such as Long Crendon School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Long Crendon is about 2 miles north-west of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. Roofs in Long Crendon get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Buckinghamshire. Long Crendon is one of the places in Buckinghamshire where we work. There is also a page for Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: HP18. Whether your property is on High Street, The Square and Giffard Way or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Chearsley (2 miles north-east), Thame (2 miles south-east), Moreton (3 miles south), Haddenham (3 miles east) and Cuddington (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (8 miles east), High Wycombe (15 miles south-east), Buckingham (15 miles north), Elmhurst (9 miles north-east), Southcourt (8 miles east) and Princes Risborough (8 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Long Crendon
We work in homes and buildings around Lord Williams's School and The Eight Bells Public House, among other places. Long Crendon’s nearest station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, roughly 2.3 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Dinton Castle (4.7 miles east) and Thame Community Hospital (2.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Long Crendon include Snakemoor.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
What affects the price in Long Crendon
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Height and safe access
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
What else we do in Long Crendon
Why get it checked now?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly usually means less damage overall. In a smaller place like Long Crendon, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Wind gets under it and lifts more.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Every finding written up with photos
- Visits on any day of the week
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Long Crendon questions
Is Long Crendon in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Long Crendon is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Long Crendon is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How do I book a survey in Long Crendon?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. Loose flashings are recorded.