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Storm Damage Roof Report in Souldern
Wondering about the roof at a property in Souldern? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Souldern and across Oxfordshire.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Around Souldern, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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Storm damage roof report in Souldern: what you get
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. It’s a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It isn’t a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. We’re often asked to look into lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and stains appearing after strong winds, on slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips.
Many homes in small places like Souldern face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Souldern (OX27)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Souldern
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Which survey package you book
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Souldern
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. Around Souldern, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
For a price for your roof in Souldern, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Souldern
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Storm damage roof reports around Souldern
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. 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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of the Annunciation to the Blessed Virgin Mary, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. For landlords with property near Kings Sutton station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Souldern is in Oxfordshire. Souldern is one of many places we visit across Oxfordshire. Souldern is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Storm damage roof reports in OX27 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include High Street, Foxhill Lane and Fox Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Souldern: Fritwell (1 mile south), Clifton (2 miles west), Somerton (2 miles south-west) and Fewcott (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Banbury (7 miles north-west), Bicester (6 miles south-east), Kidlington (11 miles south), Headington Quarry (15 miles south), Bure Park (6 miles south-east) and Chipping Norton (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Souldern
In Souldern, that means homes and buildings near The Fox pub, among other places. Souldern’s nearest station is Kings Sutton station, roughly 3.4 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Brackley Community Hospital (5.5 miles north-east) and Ardley Castle (2.7 miles south-east).
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Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Photograph damage inside the house too
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It is your record to use.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. We photograph any we find.
Souldern: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Souldern is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Do you cover smaller places like Souldern?
Yes, Souldern is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is not usually covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.