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Storm damage roof report in Milcombe, Oxfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Milcombe, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
How a storm damage roof report works in Milcombe
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 photographs of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you’re worried about damaged ridges and hips and damaged pots on the stack, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks alike.
Many homes in small places like Milcombe face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Milcombe (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Milcombe can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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 is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Keep pets in another room
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Milcombe
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
When to book a survey in Milcombe
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged pots on the stack
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Lawrence, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Their track record with similar roofs
Common questions in Milcombe
Is Milcombe within the area you cover?
Yes, Milcombe is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Is my home in Milcombe listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report does not include repair costs.
Milcombe roofs and the weather
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. 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. Historic houses like Broughton Castle, about 2.2 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Milcombe goes. 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 site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bloxham Church of England Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For landlords with property near Banbury station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Milcombe is about 4 miles south-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. In Milcombe, as across Oxfordshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Milcombe. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: OX15. Local streets include Station Road, Barlow Close and Main Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Milcombe include Tadmarton (2 miles north-west), Swalcliffe (3 miles north-west), Sibford Ferris (4 miles north-west), Burdrop (4 miles north-west) and Shutford (4 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Banbury (4 miles north-east), Bicester (13 miles south-east), Kidlington (14 miles south), Bure Park (13 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (8 miles south-west) and Neithrop (4 miles north-east).
Near you in Milcombe
We work in homes and buildings around The Warriner School and The Horse & Groom pub. The nearest railway station is Banbury station, about 4.8 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Broughton Castle (2.2 miles north) and Horton General Hospital (4.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Milcombe include Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool and Crouch Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We check whether the damage is recent or older.
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
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Why get it checked now?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. For an older or listed building in a place like Milcombe, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
For a price for your roof in Milcombe, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Prices that include VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
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