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Storm damage roof report in Three Ashes, West Berkshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Three Ashes, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damaged pots on the stack
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Three Ashes
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. Common reasons to book are loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and damaged flat roof membrane, across chimney stacks, flat roofs and flashings.
Many homes in small places like Three Ashes face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Three Ashes (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Three Ashes: local notes
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. The Vyne, about 2.8 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Three Ashes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Silchester Church of England Primary 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 own a rental within reach of Bramley (Hants) station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Three Ashes is about 3 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. From houses to flats and shops in Three Ashes, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across West Berkshire, we cover Three Ashes. You can also see our page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RG7. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Bramley (1 mile south-east), Mortimer West End (2 miles north), West End Green (2 miles east), Mortimer (2 miles north) and Bramley Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles north-east) and Calcot (7 miles north).
Local landmarks in Three Ashes
Three Ashes’s nearest station is Bramley (Hants) station, about 1.5 miles south-east. A little further out are Calleva Museum (0.9 miles north-west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.8 miles south). For a walk, there is Daneshill Park Woods.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Three Ashes
It helps to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. For an older or listed building in a place like Three Ashes, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Three Ashes
- Prices that include VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older roofs in small places like Three Ashes can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- 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 is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
Advice
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
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Do you need a storm damage roof report in Three Ashes?
Storms do not 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.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged ridges and hips
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St. Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before booking anyone
- Their report turnaround times
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. The report shows each damaged area.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Three Ashes
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Three Ashes?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Three Ashes?
Yes. Three Ashes is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.