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Storm damage roof report in Newtown Common, West Berkshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Newtown Common, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- New damp or leaks inside
Storm damage roof report in Newtown Common
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’re worried about gutters pulled loose in the wind and slates and tiles blown off the roof, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Newtown Common, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Newtown Common (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Newtown Common
Historic houses such as Highclere Castle, about 3.1 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Newtown Common goes. 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, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Homes near green spaces such as Sandleford Priory can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary and St John the Baptist, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Take a building like Horris Hill School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Newtown Common is about 2 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We visit Newtown Common as part of our work across West Berkshire, for homes and businesses alike. Across West Berkshire, we cover Newtown Common. There is also a page for Reading.
Storm damage roof reports in RG20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Newtown Common include Burghclere Common (1 mile south), Earlstone Common (1 mile south), Sandleford (1 mile north-east), Wash Common (1 mile north-west) and Wash Water (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Thatcham (4 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles north), Hungerford (9 miles west), Calcot (13 miles north-east) and Lambourn (13 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Newtown Common
In Newtown Common, that means homes and buildings near Park House School and Sandleford Priory. For rail, the closest station is Newbury station, about 2.2 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.1 miles east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
Landlords, agents and block managers in Newtown Common
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
FAQs for Newtown Common
Will you come out to Newtown Common?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you cover Newtown Common?
Yes, Newtown Common is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Newtown Common as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it is not resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You will then get the report by email.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s 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.
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What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older roofs in small places like Newtown Common can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Newtown 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.
Why act early in Newtown Common
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. In a small place like Newtown Common, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Newtown Common
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help