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Bitterne Manor Storm Damage Roof Report
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Bitterne Manor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Storm damage roof report in Bitterne Manor
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We’re not loss adjusters and can’t tell you if your claim will succeed. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. We survey flashings, ridges and hips and flat roofs, and people most often book us about damaged gutters and fascias and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
Houses in smaller places like Bitterne Manor can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It helps to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Bitterne Manor (SO18, SO17, SO14)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Bitterne Manor
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
For a price for your roof in Bitterne Manor, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Leaks and storm damage in Bitterne Manor
Bitterne Manor lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Homes near green spaces such as Rockstone Place Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Denys, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For businesses in and around places such as Marlands Shopping Centre, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
Bitterne Manor is about 1 mile east of Southampton, in Southampton. From houses to flats and shops in Bitterne Manor, we can survey the roof. Our Southampton coverage includes Bitterne Manor and the places around it.
Every address in SO18, SO17 and SO14 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Ivy Road, North Road and South Road. We also cover the places around Bitterne Manor: St Denys (1 mile north-west), Southampton (1 mile west), Northam (1 mile south), Bitterne Park (1 mile north-east) and Portswood (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Regents Park (3 miles west), Maybush (3 miles west), Coxford (3 miles north-west), Lordswood (3 miles north-west), Eling (5 miles west) and Rownhams (4 miles north-west).
Near you in Bitterne Manor
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Bitterne Park School, St Mary's Independent School and Rockstone Place Park, among other places. There’s a railway station in Bitterne Manor itself: Bitterne station. Nearby you’ll also find Bitterne Local History Society Heritage And Research Centre (0.9 miles east) and Netley Castle (3 miles south). The countryside around Bitterne Manor includes Netley Common.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Bitterne Manor
Landlords and letting agents in Bitterne Manor book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Bitterne Manor questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bitterne Manor?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Bitterne Manor, take more of a battering?
It can do. Bitterne Manor is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Do you cover Bitterne Manor for storm damage roof reports?
Yes. We cover Bitterne Manor and the rest of Southampton. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. A visit to a smaller place like Bitterne Manor is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Bitterne Manor, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.