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Thatcham Storm Damage Roof Report
A careful look at the roof at your property in Thatcham, with photos and a written report.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or torn flashings
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Storm damage roof reports in Thatcham: local notes
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. With Shaw House about 2.7 miles west, Thatcham sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as United Reformed Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. For landlords with property near Thatcham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Thatcham is about 12 miles north-west of Basingstoke, in West Berkshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Thatcham can all book storm damage roof reports. Thatcham is one of the places in West Berkshire where we work. Reading is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RG19 and RG18. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, Station Road and Flagstaff Square or a nearby road, we can help. Main roads around Thatcham include the A4, which makes travel easy. We also cover Benham Hill (1 mile west), Ashmore Green (2 miles north-west), Cold Ash (2 miles north), Upper Bucklebury (2 miles north-east) and Stone Copse (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles west), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles west), Hungerford (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (12 miles east) and Calcot (9 miles east). Being one of West Berkshire’s larger places, Thatcham has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Near you in Thatcham
We work in homes and buildings around Kennet School and The Old Chequers Public House. Thatcham’s nearest station is Thatcham station, about 0.9 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.2 miles south-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.5 miles west). Not far away are Nature Discovery Centre.
Storm damage roof report in Thatcham: what you get
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you are worried about slipped or missing slates or tiles and water coming in after the storm, we can find out what’s behind it.
Around a town like Thatcham, leaks come from older and newer roofs alike. On older roofs it is often slates, mortar and lead that has split or lifted; later homes can leak at valleys, verges and flat roofs over extensions. The cause decides what happens next, so it is worth finding it properly. It also tells you whether the problem is old wear or something more recent.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Thatcham (RG19, RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
If you are unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. A visit in Thatcham runs most smoothly with the loft hatch clear, side gates open and a parking spot in mind. If you won’t be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Questions from Thatcham
How should I get ready for a visit in Thatcham?
Mostly, it’s about access: the loft hatch, any locked gates and where to park in Thatcham. Let us know about known leaks or past repairs as well.
Is Thatcham in the area you cover?
Yes, Thatcham is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
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.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You will then get the report by email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What we are asked to look at in Thatcham
Storms don’t only affect pitched roofs. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Water coming in after the storm
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
If you look after a building like Spurcroft Primary School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Why it’s worth a survey now in Thatcham
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. Blocked gutters and downpipes on homes in Thatcham overflow onto walls. At roof level, a loose tile or tired flashing does the same. Neither gets better on its own.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Photos and a written report every time
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Thatcham, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
When you need someone else
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A price for the repairs
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips