Milton Keynes · London and the South East
Olney Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Olney, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Olney
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. Typical surveys look at broken or displaced guttering and stains appearing after strong winds, on gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs.
In a smaller place like Olney, some roofs face open ground, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It helps to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Olney (MK46)
- Region
- Milton Keynes
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Areas we cannot see safely
- How your policy defines a storm
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Olney
Is my home in Olney 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.
Is Olney within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We will confirm the timing as you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Olney roofs and the weather
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Historic houses like Turvey Abbey, about 3.7 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Olney goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of Saints Peter and Paul, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Olney is about 9 miles north of Milton Keynes, in Milton Keynes. We carry out storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Olney and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Milton Keynes, from the larger towns to small villages. Milton Keynes is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: MK46. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, Market Place and High Street South or a nearby road, we can help. Being close to the A509 and B565, Olney is easy for us to reach for storm damage roof reports. We also cover Emberton (1 mile south), Weston Underwood (1 mile south-west), Ravenstone (2 miles west), Sherington (3 miles south) and Tyringham (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Milton Keynes (9 miles south), Bletchley (11 miles south), Newport Pagnell (5 miles south), Bletchley and Fenny Stratford (11 miles south), Furzton (11 miles south) and Whitehouse (10 miles south-west). As one of the bigger places in Milton Keynes, Olney has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Around Olney
Around Olney, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Two Brewers Public House and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Lavendon (2.2 miles north-east).
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Olney
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Anyone responsible for a site like Olney Middle School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Olney is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- We check 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 the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Why get it checked now?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. On a bungalow or cottage around Olney, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read our cost guide and our case studies.