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Storm Damage Roof Report in Trench Green
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Trench Green. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
What affects the price in Trench Green
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Roof area
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Storm damage roof report in Trench Green: what you get
After a storm, it’s useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. Typical surveys look at damaged ridges and hips and damage from fallen branches or debris, on slate and tile slopes, ridges and hips and gutters and fascias.
Being in a small place like Trench Green makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Trench Green (RG4)
- Region
- Reading
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photographs. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Trench Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- 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.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Questions from Trench Green
How do I find out if my home in Trench Green is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Trench Green in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Trench Green
Mapledurham House, about 1.1 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Trench Green. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
Take an older house close to Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. If you let a flat or house near Tilehurst station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Shop and office owners around Broad Street Mall may find that water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast.
Trench Green is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. Anywhere in Trench Green, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Trench Green is one of the towns and villages in Reading where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RG4. If you’re just outside Trench Green, we cover Chazey Heath (1 mile east), Mapledurham (1 mile south-west), Purley on Thames (2 miles south-west), Norcot (2 miles south) and Tilehurst (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include West Reading (3 miles south), Shinfield (7 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (9 miles south-east), Horncastle (3 miles south), Whitley Wood (6 miles south-east) and Fords Farm (4 miles south).
Near you in Trench Green
In Trench Green, that means homes and buildings near Pack Horse Public House. For rail, the closest station is Tilehurst station, roughly 1.7 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.6 miles south) and Battle Hospital (2.6 miles south). Open spaces near Trench Green include Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Sonning Hill.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so there are no surprises later. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Trench Green
- Package prices that include VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- The outcome of a claim
- A price for the repairs
- Areas we can’t see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes