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Storm damage roof report in Piddington, Oxfordshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Storm damage roof reports in Piddington, with photos and a clear written report.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Piddington
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. If you’ve noticed loose or torn flashings and new damp or leaks inside, we can find out what’s behind it, on ridges and hips, chimney stacks and gutters and fascias alike.
For a small place like Piddington, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Piddington (OX25)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Piddington
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before you book anyone
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Is VAT included in the price?
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a village or hamlet like Piddington, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- 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.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Piddington questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Piddington?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Piddington is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Piddington?
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.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from the ground or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. 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.
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Areas we cannot see safely
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
Places near Piddington
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Checking the roof from ground level
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Piddington
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. With Boarstall Tower about 2.1 miles south-west, Piddington sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Bicester Village station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Piddington is about 5 miles south-east of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Piddington, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Piddington and the places around it. There is also a page for Oxford.
Here we cover the OX25 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Eastbrook Close, Luggershall Road and Thame Road or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Ludgershall (1 mile east), Blackthorn (2 miles north-west), Brill (2 miles south), Little London (3 miles south) and Oakley (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Oxford (10 miles south-west), Bicester (5 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles south-west), Thame (8 miles south-east), Kidlington (9 miles west) and Chinnor (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Piddington
The closest station to Piddington is Bicester Village station, about 4.4 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Bicester Community Hospital (4.9 miles north-west). Not far away are Graven Hill and Upper Ray Meadows.