Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Wooden Hill
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Wooden Hill and the rest of Bracknell Forest. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Water coming in after the storm
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Wooden Hill, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Storm damage roof report in Wooden Hill: what you get
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a report with photos to give to your insurer. If you’ve noticed lead lifted at abutments and new damp or leaks inside, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings, flat roofs and gutters and fascias alike.
Somewhere as small as Wooden Hill, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Wooden Hill (RG12, RG40, RG45)
- Wider area
- Bracknell Forest
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Wooden Hill: local notes
Bracknell, which Wooden Hill is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Homes from the post-war decades are common in the new towns, many with low-pitched roofs in concrete tiles and flat-roofed garages or porches. Low pitches let wind-driven rain reach further under the tiles, and flat-roofed garages and porches are common leak points. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Take a building like Wooden Hill Primary and Nursery School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. For an older house near a landmark like St Michael and St Mary Magdalene's Church, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Wooden Hill is about 2 miles north-east of Crowthorne, in Bracknell Forest. If you are in Wooden Hill, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Wooden Hill is one of the towns and villages in Bracknell Forest we cover. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Every address in RG12, RG40 and RG45 is covered for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on South Road, Crowthorne Road and Sarum and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Wooden Hill: Home Farm (1 mile west), Hanworth (1 mile east), Great Hollands (1 mile north), Birch Hill (1 mile east) and Crowthorne (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Sandhurst (3 miles south), Wick Hill (3 miles north-east), Lawrence Hill (3 miles north-east), Binfield (3 miles north), Quelm Park (3 miles north) and Whitegrove (3 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Wooden Hill
We work in homes and buildings around Easthampstead Park Community School and Golden Retriever pub. The closest station to Wooden Hill is Bracknell station, about 1.9 miles north-east. A little further out are Small Arms School Corps Weapons Collection (3.6 miles south) and Pinewood Hospital (1 mile west). Not far away are Heath Lake and Wildmoor Heath.
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Do you need a storm damage roof report in Wooden Hill?
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
If you own a rental within reach of Bracknell station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Questions to ask before you book
- When you will get the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
Wooden Hill questions
Are flat-roofed garages and porches in Wooden Hill worth including?
Yes, if you’d like it included, mention it as you book. Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos, so a specialist asbestos surveyor should check before they’re disturbed.
Will you come out to Wooden Hill?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Do not go up a ladder to look.
Checking the roof from the ground
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.