Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Marsh Baldon
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Marsh Baldon. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Marsh Baldon
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey flashings, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gaps where slates or tiles have gone and damage from fallen branches or debris.
Somewhere as small as Marsh Baldon, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We check what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Marsh Baldon (OX44)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. Outbuildings and barns around Marsh Baldon are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We check whether the damage is recent or older.
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Leaks and storm damage in Marsh Baldon
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. 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. Historic houses such as Garsington Manor, about 2.2 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Marsh Baldon goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like Marsh Baldon Church of England Controlled School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you let a flat or house near Radley station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you live near a park such as Nuneham Courtenay, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Marsh Baldon is about 4 miles east of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. From houses to flats and shops in Marsh Baldon, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Marsh Baldon.
All of OX44 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Baldon Lane and The Rickyard. Close by, we survey roofs in Berinsfield (2 miles south-east), Burcot (2 miles south), Stadhampton (3 miles east), Brookhampton (3 miles east) and Drayton St Leonard (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (5 miles north), Didcot (6 miles south-west), Bicester (15 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles west), Witney (15 miles north-west) and Thame (10 miles north-east).
Around Marsh Baldon
Typical jobs here are in homes near Nuneham Courtenay. The closest station to Marsh Baldon is Radley station, roughly 2.1 miles west. A little further out are FitzHarris Castle (4.1 miles west) and Templars Square (3.3 miles north). The countryside around Marsh Baldon includes Wells Farm and Wittenham Clumps.
Common questions in Marsh Baldon
How do I find out if my home in Marsh Baldon is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Marsh Baldon?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- 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.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The address and postcode of the property
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Marsh Baldon, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere like Marsh Baldon needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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What this survey can’t tell you
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- How your policy defines a storm
- A decision on your insurance claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes