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Stratton Audley Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Stratton Audley and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Loose or torn flashings
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It normally takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Around Stratton Audley, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Stratton Audley, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Stratton Audley
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, like covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. If you’ve noticed flat roof edges peeled back and stains appearing after strong winds, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Stratton Audley, 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’re thinking of an insurance claim. We look at everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Stratton Audley (OX27)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Stratton Audley
Do you cover smaller places like Stratton Audley?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stratton Audley?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Stratton Audley?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Leaks and storm damage in Stratton Audley
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Cooper School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. Landlords with a home close to Bicester North station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Stratton Audley is about 3 miles north-east of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Roofs in Stratton Audley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Oxfordshire. Stratton Audley is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
We cover every part of OX27 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Cherry Street, Stoke Lyne Road and Cavendish Place, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Stratton Audley: Caversfield (1 mile south-west), Fringford (2 miles north), Hethe (2 miles north-west), Bure Park (2 miles south-west) and Bicester (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (13 miles south), Banbury (13 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles south-east), Kidlington (11 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (12 miles south) and St John Street area (14 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Stratton Audley
The nearest railway station is Bicester North station, about 2.4 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Ardley Castle (4.3 miles west) and Bicester Village (3.2 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Graven Hill and Calvert Jubilee.
What affects the price in Stratton Audley
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The size of the roof
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.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The address and postcode of the property
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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When to book a survey in Stratton Audley
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary and St Edburga, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their insurance cover
- What the survey will not cover
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Why it is worth a survey now in Stratton Audley
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. For an older or listed building in a place like Stratton Audley, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Why book with us
- A report with photographs
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof
- Surveys on any day of the week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Checking the roof from the ground
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.