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Storm Damage Roof Report in Milton Common
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Milton Common. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Milton Common
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We survey slate and tile slopes, flashings and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are lead lifted at abutments and damaged flat roof membrane.
Many homes in small places like Milton Common face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Milton Common (OX9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Milton Common, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. Each one is recorded with photos.
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are frequently where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. As for time on site, it normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Milton Common, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Leaks and storm damage in Milton Common
About 3.8 miles south-east lies Adwell House, a reminder of how long the area around Milton Common has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Helen, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Milton Common is about 4 miles west of Thame, in Oxfordshire. We visit Milton Common as part of our work across Oxfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Milton Common and the places around it. Oxford is in our area too.
Every address in OX9 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on London Road, Old London Road and Sandy Lane or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Milton Common: Tiddington (1 mile north), Albury (1 mile north), Draycott (1 mile north), Great Milton (1 mile west) and Great Haseley (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (8 miles west), Didcot (12 miles south-west), Bicester (13 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles west), Thame (4 miles east) and Henley-on-Thames (15 miles south-east).
What’s near Milton Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Three Pigeons pub, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Thame Community Hospital (3.9 miles east) and Waterperry Gardens Rural Museum (2.1 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Wells Farm.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Milton Common
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. Our report can then add a clear record. For older village homes like those around Milton Common, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Milton Common
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Package prices that include VAT
FAQs for Milton Common
How do I find out if my home in Milton Common is listed?
We cannot 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.
Will you come out to Milton Common?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
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 many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- A price for the repairs
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Acting for you with the insurer
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs