Hampshire · London and the South East
Bailey's Hard Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Bailey's Hard. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
How a storm damage roof report works in Bailey's Hard
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey chimney stacks, gutters and fascias and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and gutters pulled loose in the wind.
Somewhere as small as Bailey's Hard, 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. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Bailey's Hard (SO42)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Bailey's Hard needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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For landlords and managing agents
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Storm damage roof reports around Bailey's Hard
Bailey's Hard lies within about 2 miles of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. The wider area around Bailey's Hard has a long history of building, with Beaulieu Palace House about 0.8 miles north-west. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Beaulieu Road station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of the Blessed Virgin and Child, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Bailey's Hard is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Hampshire. If you’re in Bailey's Hard, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
We work across the SO42 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Bailey's Hard: The Hummicks (1 mile north-east), Beaulieu (1 mile north-west), East Boldre (1 mile west), Furzey Lodge (2 miles west) and Dibden Purlieu (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Gosport (13 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north), Fareham (11 miles east), Totton (8 miles north), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north) and Hedge End (9 miles north-east).
Around Bailey's Hard
We work in homes and buildings around The Montagu Arms, among other places. The closest station to Bailey's Hard is Beaulieu Road station, roughly 4.2 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.1 miles north-west) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (5.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Boldre Foreshore.
How we price storm damage roof reports
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Bailey's Hard
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bailey's Hard?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Bailey's Hard?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Bailey's Hard is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
When to book a survey in Bailey's Hard
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Common reasons to book include:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Anyone responsible for a site like Beaulieu Village Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
What to check before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their insurance cover
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Why get it checked now?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, alongside any photos you took yourself. Around Bailey's Hard, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.