Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Brockenhurst
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Brockenhurst, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Brockenhurst: your questions answered
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Brockenhurst?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Is my home in Brockenhurst listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover Brockenhurst?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Brockenhurst included.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Storm damage roof report in Brockenhurst: what you get
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey chimney stacks, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks.
Chimney stacks on older houses around places like Brockenhurst can let water in, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp on a chimney breast is not always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. It is worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Brockenhurst (SO42)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Brockenhurst
Also in Brockenhurst
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Brockenhurst, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the roof space where it is safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Photograph damage inside the house too
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It is your record to use.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
What we cannot see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- Estimates of repair costs
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
Storm damage roof reports in Brockenhurst: local notes
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Brockenhurst, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list.
A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Brockenhurst means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it pays to find faults before guests do. For landlords with property near Brockenhurst station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you look after a building such as Brockenhurst Church of England Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Brockenhurst is about 5 miles north of Lymington, in Hampshire. We visit Brockenhurst as part of our work across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our Hampshire coverage includes Brockenhurst. There’s also a page for Southampton.
We work across the SO42 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Fibbards Road, The Rise and Brookley Road. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in South Weirs (1 mile south-west), Setley (1 mile south), Balmerlawn (1 mile north-east), Lyndhurst (4 miles north) and Emery Down (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastleigh (14 miles north-east), Totton (8 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (14 miles north-east), Hedge End (14 miles north-east), Lymington (5 miles south) and Romsey (13 miles north).
Near you in Brockenhurst
In Brockenhurst, that means homes and buildings near Morant Arms. There is a railway station in Brockenhurst itself: Brockenhurst station. Other landmarks nearby include Lymington New Forest Hospital (3.8 miles south).
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
What happens if roof problems are left?
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it’s better to know. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. Blocked gutters on homes around Brockenhurst overflow and soak walls, especially where trees overhang. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Brockenhurst
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A written report with photographs
- Package prices that include VAT