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Storm damage roof report in Nettlebed, Oxfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Nettlebed, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Nettlebed
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Common reasons to book are stains appearing after strong winds and roofs hit by falling trees, across flat roofs, flashings and chimney stacks.
Roofs in small places like Nettlebed frequently stand in the open, 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 photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Nettlebed (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
When to book a survey in Nettlebed
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Take a building like Nettlebed Community School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Before you book anyone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Are they insured for the work?
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What we do, step by step
There isn’t 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. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a hamlet or village like Nettlebed, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
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Why act early in Nettlebed
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. In a small place like Nettlebed, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Nettlebed
- Prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Nettlebed
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
Common questions in Nettlebed
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Nettlebed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Nettlebed?
Yes, Nettlebed is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
That’s not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We look at everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Nearby places to Nettlebed
Other services in Nettlebed
Wind, rain and roofs in Nettlebed
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. 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. About 2.7 miles south-east lies Greys Court, a reminder of how long the area around Nettlebed has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Take an older house close to Church of St Bartholomew: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Nettlebed is about 7 miles north of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Nettlebed and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We survey roofs across the RG9 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Whether your property is on The Ridgeway, Wanbourne Lane and Watlington Street or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Nettlebed include Catslip (1 mile south-east), Highmoor (2 miles south), Highmoor Cross (2 miles south), Bix (2 miles south-east) and Shepherd's Green (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (11 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (5 miles south-east), Benson (6 miles north-west) and Chinnor (9 miles north).
What’s near Nettlebed
Around Nettlebed, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Sun Inn Public House. Open spaces near Nettlebed include Warburg Nature Reserve.