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Storm Damage Roof Report in Marlow Common
A careful look at the roof at your property in Marlow Common, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
Storm damage roof report in Marlow Common: what you get
Our storm damage report starts from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It doesn’t price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. We survey flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips, and people most often book us about roofs hit by falling trees and damaged flat roof membrane.
Many homes in small places like Marlow Common face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Marlow Common (SL7)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Marlow Common
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. The wider area around Marlow Common has a long history of building, with Harleyford Manor about 1.6 miles south. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you look after a building such as Spinfield School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you let a flat or house near Marlow station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Marlow Common is about 2 miles west of Marlow, in Buckinghamshire. Surveys in Marlow Common work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
Storm damage roof reports in SL7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Marlow Common include Bovingdon Green (1 mile east), Mundaydean Bottom (1 mile north), Chisbridge Cross (1 mile north-west), Danesfield (1 mile south) and Bockmer End (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (4 miles north-east), Chesham (13 miles north-east), Amersham (11 miles north-east), Beaconsfield (7 miles east), Chalfont St Peter (11 miles east) and Princes Risborough (10 miles north).
Landmarks near Marlow Common
In Marlow Common, that means homes and buildings near The Royal Oak pub and Sir William Borlase's Grammar School and the streets around them. The closest station to Marlow Common is Marlow station, about 1.9 miles east of the centre. A little further out are High Wycombe Castle (4.6 miles north-east) and Marlow Community Hospital (1.7 miles east). The countryside around Marlow Common includes Carpenter's Wood.
Towns and villages near Marlow Common
Other services in Marlow Common
When you need someone else
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Estimates of repair costs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Roof area
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Marlow Common, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Marlow Common
Do you cover smaller places like Marlow Common?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is my home in Marlow Common listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What does a storm damage report cost?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report does not include repair costs.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Marlow Common, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. For an older or listed building in a place like Marlow Common, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Marlow Common
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.