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Storm Damage Roof Report in Radley
Storm damage roof reports around Radley, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
How a storm damage roof report works in Radley
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Common reasons to book are new damp or leaks inside and holes or cracks caused by debris, across chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs.
Being in a small place like Radley makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: 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, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Radley (OX14)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- File receipts for anything you pay for
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
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Common roof problems in Radley
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Stains appearing after strong winds
For landlords with property near Radley station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before you book anyone
- What experience they bring
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What happens after the report arrives
Wind, rain and roofs in Radley
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. With Clifton Hampden Manor about 2.7 miles south-east, Radley sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Radley Church of England Primary 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. Homes near green spaces like Nuneham Courtenay can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Radley is about 2 miles north-east of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Radley are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Radley is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work for storm damage roof reports.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: OX14. Local streets include Church Road, Selwyn Crescent and Ferny Close, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Abingdon-on-Thames (2 miles south-west), Nuneham Courtenay (2 miles east), Culham (2 miles south), Clifton Hampden (3 miles south-east) and Caldecott (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (4 miles north), Didcot (5 miles south), Bicester (15 miles north), Witney (13 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles east) and Wantage (10 miles south-west).
What’s near Radley
Around Radley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Nuneham Courtenay, Fitzharrys School and Bowyer Arms, among other places. There is a railway station in Radley itself: Radley station. Nearby you will also find Littlemore Hospital (2.3 miles north) and FitzHarris Castle (1.8 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Harcourt Hill and Dry Sandford Pit.
Radley: your questions answered
Is my home in Radley listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Radley?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Radley 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. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Radley
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to let us know when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.