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Storm Damage Roof Report in New Town
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for New Town, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Loose or torn flashings
- Stains appearing after strong winds
What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- The outcome of a claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
Storm damage roof report in New Town: what you get
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. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We aren’t loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Common reasons to book are damaged pots on the stack and new damp or leaks inside, on gutters and fascias, flashings and slate and tile slopes.
Roofs in small places like New Town frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it 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.
- Where
- New Town (RG8)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- 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.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Storm damage roof reports around New Town
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. With Basildon Park about 1.4 miles north, New Town sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near St Stephen's Church, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you let a flat or house near Pangbourne station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Anyone responsible for a site like Basildon C.E. Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
New Town is about 7 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from New Town are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. New Town is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RG8. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Wakemans and Pangbourne Road. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Upper Basildon (1 mile north-west), Stubbles (2 miles west), Burnt Hill (3 miles west), Ashampstead (3 miles west) and Ashampstead Green (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Didcot (10 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Wantage (15 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (10 miles east), Benson (10 miles north) and Tilehurst (4 miles east).
Landmarks near New Town
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Beehive pub and St Andrew's School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Pangbourne station, roughly 1.6 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Yattendon Castle (3.5 miles west) and Battle Hospital (5.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hosehill Lake and Hartslock.
The survey, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a hamlet or village like New Town, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. 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.
- 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
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are often where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, frequently where nails have rusted. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
What affects the price in New Town
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Roof area
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- What made you get in touch
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Questions from New Town
Do you cover smaller places like New Town?
Yes. New Town is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How do I find out if my home in New Town is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not normally covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from the ground first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Why it’s worth a survey now in New Town
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you are not relying only on your own photos. Outbuildings and barns around New Town are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why us?
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Package prices that include VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and our case studies.