Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Shalstone
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Shalstone, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
Storm damage roof report in Shalstone
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. We are often asked to look into roofs hit by falling trees and slipped or missing slates or tiles, across flashings, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes.
In a village or hamlet like Shalstone, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Shalstone (MK18)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Shalstone
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We check whether the damage is recent or older.
Checking the roof from the ground
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a village or hamlet like Shalstone, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. 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
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
When you need someone else
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Estimates of repair costs
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Shalstone
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
Shalstone: your questions answered
Is my home in Shalstone listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Shalstone in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Shalstone is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we cannot predict the outcome.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
Wind, rain and roofs in Shalstone
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. 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. Stowe House, about 2 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Shalstone. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Edward, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Shalstone is in Buckinghamshire. Whether the building in Shalstone is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Shalstone is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for Milton Keynes.
We cover every part of the MK18 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Other places close to Shalstone include Water Stratford (2 miles south), Dadford (2 miles north-east), Radclive (3 miles south-east) and Chackmore (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Buckingham (4 miles south-east), Winslow (10 miles south-east), Steeple Claydon (7 miles south-east), Tingewick (3 miles south), Whitchurch (14 miles south-east) and Quainton (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Shalstone
A little further out are Beaumont Castle (2.6 miles south-west) and The Menagerie (2 miles east). Not far away are Buckingham Sand Pit.
Why get it checked now?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. Older and listed buildings around Shalstone may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why book us in Shalstone
- Photos and a written report every time
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- More than 20 years surveying roofs