West Berkshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Old Warren
Storm damage roof reports in Old Warren, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
About our storm damage roof report in Old Warren
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. Typical surveys look at loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, on ridges and hips, flat roofs and flashings.
Roofs in small places like Old Warren often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Old Warren (RG7)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Old Warren
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Old Warren?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Old Warren?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does this replace a RICS home 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.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
What this survey cannot tell you
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Acting for you with the insurer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Old Warren
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
Towns and villages near Old Warren
Other services in Old Warren
How the survey works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Old Warren can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Old Warren
The wider area around Old Warren has a long history of building, with The Vyne about 4.8 miles south. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
If you own a rental within reach of Aldermaston station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Living close to Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St.Saviours, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Old Warren is about 2 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Old Warren gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Every address in RG7 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Aldermaston Soke (1 mile south), Padworth Common (1 mile north), Pamber Heath (1 mile south), Padworth (1 mile north) and Silchester (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (9 miles west), Thatcham (6 miles west), Burghfield Common (3 miles north-east), Speenhamland (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east) and Calcot (5 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Old Warren
We work in homes and buildings around Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve. For rail, the closest station is Aldermaston station, about 2.1 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Calleva Museum (1.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Old Warren includes Hosehill Lake.
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. We record what we find.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.
Useful tips for Old Warren property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Photograph the damage safely from below
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Which survey package you book
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
For a price for your roof in Old Warren, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to let us know when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.