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Storm Damage Roof Report in Wash Common
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Wash Common.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Broken or displaced guttering
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a smaller place like Wash Common, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Storm damage roof report in Wash Common: what you get
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Common reasons to book are stains appearing after strong winds and gutters pulled loose in the wind, on flat roofs, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes.
Houses in smaller places like Wash Common can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It helps to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Wash Common (RG14, RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Wash Common. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
What we cannot see
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
Useful tips for Wash Common property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. With binoculars, you can frequently spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Storm damage roof reports in Wash Common: local notes
With Benham Park about 2.4 miles north-west, Wash Common sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Falkland Primary School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. Landlords with a home close to Newbury station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Homes near green spaces such as Sandleford Priory can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Wash Common is about 2 miles south-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Wash Common. Wash Common is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Reading.
All of RG14 and RG20 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Battle Road, Stuart Road and Warren Road. Other places close to Wash Common include Wash Water (1 mile south-west), Enborne Row (1 mile south-west), Skinners Green (1 mile north-west), Newtown Common (1 mile south-east) and Sandleford (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Thatcham (4 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Hungerford (8 miles west), Calcot (14 miles east), Lambourn (12 miles north-west) and Shaw (3 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Wash Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near Horris Hill School, Park House School and The Gun pub. Wash Common’s nearest station is Newbury station, about 1.8 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (2 miles north-east) and Hamstead Marshall 2 (2.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Wash Common include Sidown Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
Wash Common questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Wash Common?
Yes, Wash Common is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Wash Common as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Wash Common within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access as you book.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows by email.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Wash Common
Leaving storm damage can let water into the roof space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. On a bungalow or cottage around Wash Common, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Package prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See our cost guide and our case studies.