Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Andover
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Andover, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged pots on the stack
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In Andover, many roofs join a neighbour’s, so shared parts are looked at as far as they can be seen from your property. It’s useful to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- 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 the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Storm damage roof report in Andover
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. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey ridges and hips, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about damaged pots on the stack and stains appearing after strong winds.
Around a town like Andover, leaks come from older and newer roofs alike. On older roofs it is often slates, mortar and lead that has split or lifted; later homes can leak at valleys, verges and flat roofs over extensions. The cause decides what happens next, so it’s worth finding it properly. It also tells you whether the problem is old wear or something more recent.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Andover (SP10, SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Andover
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. We record which are loose or damaged.
Storm damage roof reports around Andover
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Andover is about 17 miles west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Andover, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Our Hampshire coverage includes Andover. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Storm damage roof reports in SP10 and SP11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Goddard Square and London Road and the roads around them. Main roads around Andover include the A303 and A342. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Picket Twenty (1 mile east), East Anton (1 mile north-east), Knights Enham (1 mile north), Finkley Down (2 miles north-east) and Picket Piece (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (13 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (12 miles south-east), Tidworth (8 miles west), Weeke (12 miles south-east) and Kempshott (15 miles east). Being one of Hampshire’s larger places, Andover has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Local landmarks in Andover
Around Andover, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Angel Inn, Winton Community Academy and Winton Community Academy. The nearest railway station is Andover station, about 0.5 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Andover War Memorial Hospital (0.7 miles north-west) and Andover Museum (less than half a mile east). The countryside around Andover includes Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Andover
Do you carry out roof surveys in Andover?
Yes, Andover is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Andover as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Andover listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Common roof problems in Andover
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Hotels and guest houses near Andover can’t easily close rooms for a leak, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.