Brentry's mature trees are part of what makes the area pleasant to live in, but they're also a source of storm risk that's worth taking seriously, since a branch coming down onto a roof during high winds can cause damage ranging from a handful of cracked tiles to something considerably more serious, depending on the size of the branch and the force involved.
The first step after any fallen branch damage is safety rather than assessment. Stay well clear of the affected area until you're confident nothing else is at risk of falling, whether that's more of the branch itself, loosened tiles, or damaged guttering hanging precariously above a path or driveway. Don't attempt to move a branch that's resting against or on top of the roof, since it may be providing some support to already-damaged materials underneath it, and moving it carelessly could make things considerably worse.
Once it's safe to do so, a look from ground level, ideally from more than one angle around the property, can give a general sense of the scale of the damage without needing to get close. Photographing what's visible is useful both for your own records and for whoever attends to assess and repair the damage, giving them a clearer picture of what to expect before they even arrive. If the branch has caused an opening in the roof, or if there's any sign of water already coming through inside, this becomes an emergency situation requiring prompt attention rather than something that can wait for a routine appointment, since an exposed roof will only let more water in with each subsequent spell of rain, and the damage tends to compound quickly once timber and insulation get wet.
It's worth resisting the temptation to try removing the branch or assessing the damage yourself from a ladder, particularly on a wet or windy day. Falls from height are a genuine risk, and a professional with the right equipment can remove debris and assess damage far more safely and thoroughly than a homeowner working alone, checking for less obvious secondary damage at the same time.
If a fallen branch has caused damage but there's no immediate sign of water ingress, it's still worth having it looked at promptly rather than leaving it, since displaced tiles or a stressed section of roof can fail further with the next spell of wind even if nothing looks urgent right now. Insurers will sometimes ask for photographs and a brief written report describing the damage where a claim is being considered, so it's worth keeping any evidence you gather to one side even before repairs begin, though your insurer will be able to confirm exactly what they need for your particular policy.
For fallen branch damage on a Brentry roof, Brunel Roofing Bristol's 24-hour emergency call-out covers both safe debris removal and any resulting repairs, from a handful of replaced tiles through to more extensive structural assessment where the impact has been significant.
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