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Storm Damage Roof Report in Shilton
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Shilton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Flat roof edges peeled back
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is typically better. Older and listed buildings around Shilton may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why us?
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Storm damage roof report in Shilton
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It is yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Common reasons to book are roofs hit by falling trees and damaged pots on the stack, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and flashings.
For a small place like Shilton, 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. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Shilton (OX18)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Shilton
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. We can’t say whether the decision will change.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or torn flashings
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of the Holy Rood, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What experience they bring
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Photograph the damage safely from below
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Wind, rain and roofs in Shilton
Historic houses such as Minster Lovell Hall, about 4 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Shilton goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Carterton Community College, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Shilton is about 1 mile north-west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We cover Shilton and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Shilton and the places around it. Oxford is in our area too.
Storm damage roof reports in OX18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on The Hill, Church Lane and Ladburn Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Shilton include Bradwell (1 mile west), Kencot (2 miles south) and Alvescot (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Witney (5 miles east), Wantage (15 miles south-east), Grove (14 miles south-east), Faringdon (9 miles south), Kidlington (14 miles east) and Chipping Norton (12 miles north).
Around Shilton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Carterton Primary School and The Rose And Crown Inn, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Bronze Age Bowl Barrow (2.9 miles south-east) and Swinford Museum (3.2 miles south-west).
How it works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere as small as Shilton, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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 is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Shilton, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, often where nails have rusted. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
Shilton: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Shilton?
Yes, Shilton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you cover smaller places like Shilton?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.