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Storm damage roof report in Stoke Lyne, Oxfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Stoke Lyne, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Storm damage roof report in Stoke Lyne
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems like corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. If you are worried about damaged gutters and fascias and new damp or leaks inside, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Stoke Lyne, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Stoke Lyne (OX27)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Stoke Lyne
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. Your insurer still makes the decision.
Look out for signs like these:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Landlords with a home close to Bicester North station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Questions to ask before you book
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their insurance cover
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Common questions in Stoke Lyne
Do you cover smaller places like Stoke Lyne?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stoke Lyne?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
There’s no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Cottages and farmhouses around Stoke Lyne frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.
Honest limits
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Areas we can’t see safely
- A price for the repairs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Stoke Lyne
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Stoke Lyne
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- What made you get in touch
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Leaks and storm damage in Stoke Lyne
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Stoke Lyne is about 3 miles north of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Stoke Lyne are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Stoke Lyne is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. Oxford is in our area too.
Every address in OX27 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Stoke Lyne include Hardwick (1 mile north-east), Bucknell (2 miles south), Hethe (2 miles north-east), Fringford (2 miles east) and Caversfield (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (14 miles south), Banbury (11 miles north-west), Bicester (3 miles south), Kidlington (10 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (13 miles south) and Bure Park (3 miles south).
What’s near Stoke Lyne
In Stoke Lyne, that means homes and buildings near Peyton Arms. The nearest railway station is Bicester North station, roughly 3.4 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Bicester Community Hospital (3.8 miles south) and Ardley Castle (1.8 miles west). Not far away are Graven Hill.