Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Park Town, Oxfordshire
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Park Town. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Loose or torn flashings
Storm damage roof report in Park Town: what you get
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Common reasons to book are damaged pots on the stack and damage from fallen branches or debris, on gutters and fascias, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes.
Chimney stacks on older houses around places like Park Town can let water in, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp on a chimney breast is not always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Park Town (OX2, OX1)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. We record which are damaged and where.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It’s your record to use.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Park Town roofs and the weather
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. 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. Historic houses such as Holywell Manor, about 0.9 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Park Town 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 landlords with property near Oxford station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Living close to Oxford University Parks is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Park Town, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use.
Park Town is about 2 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Roofs in Park Town get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Oxfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire.
Every address in OX2 and OX1 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Parks Road, Keble Road and Crick Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Being close to the A4144, Park Town is simple for us to get to for storm damage roof reports. If you’re just outside Park Town, we cover Norham Manor (1 mile east), Walton Manor (1 mile south-west), Jericho (1 mile south-west), North Oxford (1 mile north) and St John Street area (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Didcot (11 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (12 miles east).
Around Park Town
In Park Town, that means homes and buildings near St Aloysius' Catholic Primary School, Oxford University Parks and The Rose & Crown pub and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Oxford Academy (0.6 miles north) and St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library (under half a mile north-west). Park Town’s nearest station is Oxford station, roughly 0.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Oxford Castle (1 mile south) and Oxford University Museum of Natural History (0.5 miles south). The countryside around Park Town includes Headington Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Park Town
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
We’ll typically ask about:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Park Town
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a smaller place like Park Town, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Park Town questions
Is Park Town in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Park Town is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Is my home in Park Town listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.