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Storm damage roof report in Spurlands End, Buckinghamshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Spurlands End, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Broken or displaced guttering
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a hamlet or village like Spurlands End, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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How a storm damage roof report works in Spurlands End
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It is a written report with photos, sent by email. It doesn’t price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. If you’ve noticed damaged ridges and hips and gutters pulled loose in the wind, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like Spurlands End frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Spurlands End (HP15)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A price for the repairs
- The outcome of a claim
- Areas we cannot see safely
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Common roof problems in Spurlands End
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People normally call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- New damp or leaks inside
- Broken or displaced guttering
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of the Good Shepherd, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- When you’ll get the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
Also near Spurlands End
Also in Spurlands End
Storm damage roof reports in Spurlands End: local notes
Hughenden Manor, about 2.5 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Spurlands End. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you look after a building such as Holmer Green First School and Pre-School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you run a business near Eden, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Spurlands End is about 3 miles north-east of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. Spurlands End gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire. There is also a page for Reading.
Here we cover the HP15 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Widmer End (1 mile south-west), Great Kingshill (1 mile west), Cryers Hill (1 mile west), Little Kingshill (1 mile north) and Hazlemere (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (11 miles north-west), High Wycombe (3 miles south-west), Chesham (5 miles north-east), Marlow (7 miles south-west), Amersham (5 miles east) and Beaconsfield (5 miles south-east).
What’s near Spurlands End
In Spurlands End, that means homes and buildings near Holmer Green Senior School and The Old Oak pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Great Missenden station, about 2.3 miles north. A little further out are Eden (3.4 miles south-west) and Great Missenden (2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Prestwood Local Nature Reserve.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Common questions in Spurlands End
How do I find out if my home in Spurlands End is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you come out to Spurlands End?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. We will confirm the timing as you book.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
Leave it or get it looked at?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Every finding written up with photos
- PI and public liability insurance