Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in New Hinksey
Independent storm damage roof reports in New Hinksey. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Landlord and commercial surveys in New Hinksey
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
About our storm damage roof report in New Hinksey
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have come loose and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, flashings and chimney stacks alike.
Older cottages and houses around New Hinksey may have roofs with little or no underlay. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- New Hinksey (OX1, OX4)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to New Hinksey
Other services in New Hinksey
Leaks and storm damage in New Hinksey
About 1.4 miles north lies Holywell Manor, a reminder of how long the area around New Hinksey has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often 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 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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you look after a building such as New Hinksey Church of England Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Living close to South Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
New Hinksey is about 1 mile south-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. New Hinksey gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small.
All of OX1 and OX4 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Manor Road, Edith Road and Weirs Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around New Hinksey: South Hinksey (1 mile south-west), Redbridge (1 mile south), Grandpont (1 mile north-west), Donnington (1 mile east) and Hinksey Hill (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Didcot (9 miles south), Bicester (12 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles south), Witney (11 miles west), Carterton (15 miles west) and Thame (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in New Hinksey
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to South Park, Oxford Media & Business School and The Duke of Monmouth pub, among other places. Also close by are Greyfriars Catholic School (1.2 miles east) and Alexander Library of Ornithology (1 mile north). The nearest railway station is Oxford station, about 1.3 miles north-west. A little further out are The Story Museum (1 mile north) and Oxford Castle and earlier settlement remains (1.1 miles north). Open spaces near New Hinksey include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Harcourt Hill.
What we are asked to look at in New Hinksey
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. People usually call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damaged ridges and hips
If you live in an older home near Church of St John the Evangelist, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- When you will get the report
New Hinksey questions
Is New Hinksey in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is New Hinksey within the area you cover?
Yes. New Hinksey is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
Why it is worth a survey now in New Hinksey
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so there are no surprises later. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like New Hinksey, so it helps to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book us in New Hinksey
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit usually takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to New Hinksey is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- 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.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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What this survey can’t tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- The outcome of a claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs