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North Leigh Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for North Leigh, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in North Leigh
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It is a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It isn’t a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. We survey gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes, and people most frequently book us about slates and tiles blown off the roof and loose or torn flashings.
For a small place like North Leigh, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- North Leigh (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a hamlet or village like North Leigh, a postcode doesn’t 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.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
For a price for storm damage roof reports in North Leigh, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Wind, rain and roofs in North Leigh
The wider area around North Leigh has a long history of building, with Blenheim Palace about 3.9 miles north-east. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you look after a building such as North Leigh Church of England (Controlled) School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. The streets around a church such as St Mary's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
North Leigh is about 3 miles north-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in North Leigh, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. Oxford is in our area too.
Here we cover the OX29 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Church Road, Cuckamus Lane and Windmill Heights or anywhere close by, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in New Yatt (1 mile west), East End (1 mile north-east), Freeland (2 miles east), Poffley End (2 miles west) and Delly End (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Oxford (10 miles south-east), Bicester (14 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south-east), Witney (3 miles south-west), Carterton (7 miles south-west) and Wantage (15 miles south).
Around North Leigh
We work in homes and buildings around The Masons Arms Public House and Wood Green School. The closest station to North Leigh is Combe station, roughly 2.4 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Cogges Manor Farm Museum (2.5 miles south-west). The countryside around North Leigh includes Blenheim Farm.
What happens if roof problems are left?
It helps to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. In a small place like North Leigh, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in North Leigh?
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Common reasons to book include:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Landlords with a home close to Combe station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Before you book anyone
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
What we cannot see
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Areas we cannot see safely
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in North Leigh
Do you cover smaller places like North Leigh?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover North Leigh?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. 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.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
What affects the price in North Leigh
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.