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Storm damage roof report in Sulhamstead Abbots, West Berkshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Sulhamstead Abbots, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
About our storm damage roof report in Sulhamstead Abbots
High winds normally affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. We survey flat roofs, gutters and fascias and flashings, and people most often book us about damage from fallen branches or debris and lead lifted at abutments.
Many homes in small places like Sulhamstead Abbots face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Sulhamstead Abbots (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Why act early in Sulhamstead Abbots
Damage left open lets in more rain. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. For an older or listed building in a place like Sulhamstead Abbots, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- Prices that include VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Sulhamstead Abbots, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- 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 note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sulhamstead Abbots
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Common questions in Sulhamstead Abbots
Is Sulhamstead Abbots in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Sulhamstead Abbots as anywhere else.
Do you cover smaller places like Sulhamstead Abbots?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The roof’s overall size
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- When you need the report by
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Useful tips for Sulhamstead Abbots property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Sulhamstead Abbots roofs and the weather
Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you look after a building like Sulhamstead and Ufton Nervet School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you let a flat or house near Theale station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Sulhamstead Abbots is about 5 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. We visit Sulhamstead Abbots as part of our work across West Berkshire. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire.
All of RG7 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on White's Hill and Sulhamstead Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile north-west), Ufton Nervet (1 mile south-west), Ufton Green (1 mile west), Sulhamstead (1 mile north-west) and Burghfield (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles west), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (5 miles east), Calcot (3 miles north-east) and Shaw (10 miles west).
Around Sulhamstead Abbots
Around Sulhamstead Abbots, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Willink School, The Rising Sun pub and The Willink School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Theale station, about 1.9 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Battle Hospital (5 miles north-east) and Beaumys Castle (4.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Sulhamstead Abbots include Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Hosehill Lake.