West Berkshire · London and the South East
Stockcross Storm Damage Roof Report
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Stockcross, with photographs and a written report.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Broken or displaced guttering
Storm damage roof report in Stockcross: what you get
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. If you’ve noticed cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and damaged ridges and hips, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Being in a small place like Stockcross makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned in advance. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Stockcross (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
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Questions from Stockcross
Do you cover smaller places like Stockcross?
Yes, Stockcross is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Stockcross?
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.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
How the survey works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Stockcross often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
When to book a survey in Stockcross
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
For landlords with property near Newbury station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
What to check before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Their insurance cover
- Is VAT included in the price?
Useful tips for Stockcross property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Stockcross roofs and the weather
The wider area around Stockcross has a long history of building, with Benham Park about 0.6 miles south-east. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Homes near green spaces such as Hamstead Marshall Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. If you live in an older home near Church of St John, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Stockcross is about 3 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Bookings from Stockcross are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across West Berkshire, we cover Stockcross. We also survey roofs in Reading.
All of RG20 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Ermin Street, Chapel Road and Glebe Lane. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Marsh Benham (1 mile south-west), Wickham Heath (1 mile north-west), Bagnor (1 mile east), Speen (1 mile south-east) and Boxford (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles south-east), Thatcham (5 miles east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Hungerford (6 miles west), Calcot (14 miles east) and Lambourn (9 miles north-west).
Near you in Stockcross
In Stockcross, that means homes and buildings near Trinity School, The Rising Sun pub and Hamstead Marshall Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Stockcross is Newbury station, roughly 2.6 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (2.5 miles east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.7 miles east). For a walk, there is Rack Marsh.
Why get it checked now?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. Older and listed buildings around Stockcross may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Stockcross
- An independent view of the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How big the roof is
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
We will usually ask about:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.