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Steventon Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Steventon and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on any day of the week.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Steventon
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. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We aren’t loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. We survey ridges and hips, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are roofs hit by falling trees and flat roof edges peeled back.
Being in a small place like Steventon makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Steventon (OX13)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. We photograph any we find.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Steventon
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Michael's Church of England Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Landlords with a home close to Didcot Parkway station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Steventon is about 3 miles west of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Steventon are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Steventon is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. Oxford is in our area too.
All of OX13 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include High Street, St Michael's Way and Hanney Road, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Steventon: Milton Heights (1 mile south-east), Milton Hill (1 mile south-east), Drayton (2 miles north), Sutton Wick (2 miles north-east) and Marcham (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (10 miles north-east), Didcot (3 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles north-east), Witney (13 miles north-west), Carterton (15 miles north-west) and Wantage (5 miles south-west).
What’s near Steventon
We work in homes and buildings around The North Star Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Didcot Parkway station, about 3.6 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include FitzHarris Castle (3.9 miles north-east) and Atlas Computer Laboratory (3.5 miles south). For a walk, there’s Chain Hill and Mowbray Fields.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Steventon often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Tell us where we can park nearby
How to book
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.
Related advice
What a survey costs
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How big the roof is
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What we need to know
These details help when you get in touch:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
FAQs for Steventon
Is Steventon in the area you cover?
Yes, Steventon is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Steventon listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you look in the roof space?
Usually, 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 strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take an hour or two at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Steventon
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Landlords and letting agents in Steventon book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. 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.
What we are asked to look at in Steventon
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
Look out for signs like these:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
If you live in an older home near Church of St Michael and All Angels, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What happens after the report arrives
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance