Oxfordshire · London and the South East
North Hinksey Storm Damage Roof Report
We carry out storm damage roof reports in North Hinksey and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Storm damage roof report in North Hinksey: what you get
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed water coming in after the storm and damaged gutters and fascias, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and ridges and hips alike.
Houses in smaller places like North Hinksey can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. Let us know when it happens when you contact us. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- North Hinksey (OX2)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Do not go up a ladder to look.
North Hinksey questions
Is North Hinksey within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is my home in North Hinksey listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That’s not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is not normally covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in North Hinksey
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The size of the roof
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in North Hinksey. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Leaks and storm damage in North Hinksey
About 2 miles east lies Holywell Manor, a reminder of how long the area around North Hinksey has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
The streets around a church like St Peter and St Paul are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. Living close to Raleigh Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
North Hinksey is about 3 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in North Hinksey is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. North Hinksey is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover.
We survey roofs across the OX2 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Lime Road, Elms Road and Cedar Road and the roads around them. North Hinksey is on the A34, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to North Hinksey include Harcourt Hill (1 mile south), Osney (1 mile east), Grandpont (1 mile east), Jericho (1 mile north-east) and St John Street area (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (3 miles east), Didcot (10 miles south), Bicester (12 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (5 miles south), Witney (9 miles west) and Carterton (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in North Hinksey
Typical jobs here are in homes near Raleigh Park, Matthew Arnold School and George Inn and the streets around them. Also close by are Oxford and Cherwell Valley College (1.2 miles east) and Angus Library and Archive (1.4 miles east). The closest station to North Hinksey is Oxford station, about 1 mile east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Westgate Shopping Centre (1.3 miles east) and Oxford Castle and earlier settlement remains (1.3 miles east). Not far away are Harcourt Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. A visit to a smaller place like North Hinksey is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
For a price for storm damage roof reports in North Hinksey, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Common roof problems in North Hinksey
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. We cannot say whether the decision will change.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
If you look after a building like North Hinksey Church of England Primary School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Are they insured for the work?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA