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Storm Damage Roof Report in West Hendred
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in West Hendred from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
How a storm damage roof report works in West Hendred
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed damaged pots on the stack and stains appearing after strong winds, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like West Hendred often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. 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.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- West Hendred (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in West Hendred and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Useful tips for West Hendred property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It’s your record to use.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
FAQs for West Hendred
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Hendred?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is West Hendred in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in West Hendred as anywhere else.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
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.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in West Hendred
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask. 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Hendreds Church of England School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. Landlords with a home close to Didcot Parkway station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of the Holy Trinity, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
West Hendred is about 3 miles east of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in West Hendred and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Oxfordshire, we cover West Hendred and the places around it. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Here we cover the OX12 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. You’ll find streets such as Bankside, The Greenway and The Millham, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in East Hendred (1 mile east), Ardington (1 mile west), East Lockinge (1 mile south-west), Rowstock (2 miles east) and West Ilsley (4 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (12 miles north-east), Didcot (5 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north-west), Wantage (3 miles west) and Grove (3 miles west).
Near you in West Hendred
Around West Hendred, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Hare pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Didcot Parkway station, roughly 4.9 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Abingdon Community Hospital (5.5 miles north-east) and Atlas Computer Laboratory (2.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Chain Hill and Mowbray Fields.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a village or hamlet like West Hendred, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- 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
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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When you need someone else
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- How your policy defines a storm
- Acting for you with the insurer
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in West Hendred
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
Why it’s worth a survey now in West Hendred
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Every price we give includes VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in West Hendred
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- House, block, shop or office
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.