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Storm Damage Roof Report in Upper Heyford
Wondering about the roof at a property in Upper Heyford? You can book a storm damage roof report in Upper Heyford and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Flat roof edges peeled back
About our storm damage roof report in Upper Heyford
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We survey chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged ridges and hips and lead lifted at abutments.
In older homes around places like Upper Heyford, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are frequently the first clue.
You receive the findings 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.
- Location
- Upper Heyford (OX25)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. A visit to Upper Heyford is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Upper Heyford
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
If you live in an older home near Heyford Park Chapel, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. For landlords with property near Heyford station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Upper Heyford is about 5 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Upper Heyford and the rest of Oxfordshire. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Upper Heyford. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Surveys in OX25 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Hampden Square, High Street and Gordon Road. We also cover Caulcott (1 mile south), Lower Heyford (1 mile south-west), Middleton Stoney (2 miles south-east), Somerton (2 miles north) and Ardley (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (12 miles south), Banbury (10 miles north), Bicester (5 miles east), Witney (14 miles south-west), Kidlington (7 miles south) and Headington Quarry (12 miles south).
Around Upper Heyford
In Upper Heyford, that means homes and buildings near Barley Mow pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Heyford station, roughly 1.8 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bicester Community Hospital (4.8 miles south-east) and Ardley Castle (2 miles north-east).
Surveys for landlords and agents in Upper Heyford
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Upper Heyford. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Nearby places to Upper Heyford
What else we do in Upper Heyford
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- The outcome of a claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
Questions from Upper Heyford
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upper Heyford?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Upper Heyford?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it is clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. We photograph any we find.
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How big the roof is
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. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Anything about access we should know
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you are not relying only on your own photos. Arranging work in a smaller place like Upper Heyford is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Upper Heyford
- PI and public liability insurance
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Over 20 years’ experience
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