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Storm damage roof report in Sulhamstead, West Berkshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Sulhamstead.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged flat roof membrane
About our storm damage roof report in Sulhamstead
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It’s a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It is not a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. If you’re worried about gaps where slates or tiles have gone and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Sulhamstead, 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, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We check what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Sulhamstead (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Sulhamstead: local notes
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s 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. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Anyone responsible for a site like Sulhamstead and Ufton Nervet 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. For landlords with property near Theale station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Sulhamstead is about 5 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. If you’re in Sulhamstead, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Sulhamstead is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in RG7 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside Sulhamstead, we cover Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile east), Ufton Green (1 mile south-west), Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile south-east), Ufton Nervet (1 mile south) and Sheffield Bottom (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (10 miles west), Thatcham (7 miles west), Speenhamland (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (5 miles east), Calcot (3 miles north-east) and Shaw (10 miles west).
Local landmarks in Sulhamstead
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Spring Inn, The Willink School and The Willink School and the streets around them. Sulhamstead’s nearest station is Theale station, about 1.6 miles north-east. A little further out are Thames Valley Police Museum (0.7 miles north-east) and Battle Hospital (5.1 miles north-east). Not far away are Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
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FAQs for Sulhamstead
Is Sulhamstead within the area you cover?
Yes. Sulhamstead is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Sulhamstead?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Sulhamstead is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The written report follows by email.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
We can’t 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 my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Checking the roof from the ground
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: 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.
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photographs. As for time on site, it usually takes an hour or two for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Sulhamstead often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Sulhamstead and across West Berkshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer.
When to book a survey in Sulhamstead
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Water coming in after the storm
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or torn flashings
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Which limits apply to the survey
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.