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Steeple Barton Storm Damage Roof Report
Independent storm damage roof reports in Steeple Barton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Steeple Barton
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. We are often asked to look into damaged gutters and fascias and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, across slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and ridges and hips.
Being in a small place like Steeple Barton makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Steeple Barton (OX25)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Steeple Barton
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s 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.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Landlords with a home close to Heyford station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Steeple Barton is about 8 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Steeple Barton. Steeple Barton is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
All of OX25 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Steeple Barton: Middle Barton (1 mile north-west), Westcott Barton (1 mile west), Steeple Aston (2 miles east), Middle Aston (2 miles north-east) and Duns Tew (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (13 miles south), Banbury (10 miles north), Bicester (8 miles east), Witney (11 miles south-west), Carterton (15 miles south-west) and Kidlington (8 miles south).
Landmarks near Steeple Barton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Holt Hotel (Oxfordshire) and the streets around them. Steeple Barton’s nearest station is Heyford station, roughly 2 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Deddington Castle (4.2 miles north).
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Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Steeple Barton
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, with photographs.
We are often asked to look at:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged pots on the stack
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Middle Barton Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Are they insured for the work?
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere like Steeple Barton needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We check whether the damage is recent or older.
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Steeple Barton: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Steeple Barton?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is Steeple Barton in the area you cover?
Yes, Steeple Barton is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details as you book.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There is no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. Around Steeple Barton, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Steeple Barton
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 20+ years’ experience
- An independent look at the roof
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- The outcome of a claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs