Hampshire · London and the South East
Brown Candover Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Brown Candover, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A price for the repairs
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
How a storm damage roof report works in Brown Candover
After a storm, it’s useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters and cannot tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’re worried about slipped or missing slates or tiles and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Brown Candover, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Brown Candover (SO24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. Around Brown Candover, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
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How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Brown Candover, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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Leaks and storm damage in Brown Candover
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Brown Candover is about 9 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Brown Candover and nearby. Brown Candover is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the SO24 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Spybush Lane, Bryces Lane and Gravel Close or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Brown Candover: Totford (1 mile south-west), Northington (1 mile south-west), Preston Candover (2 miles north-east), Upper Wield (3 miles east) and Old Alresford (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (9 miles north), Winchester (9 miles south-west), Eastleigh (15 miles south-west), Andover (14 miles west), Chandler's Ford (15 miles south-west) and Alton (9 miles east).
Local landmarks in Brown Candover
Around Brown Candover, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Woolpack Inn. The closest station to Brown Candover is Micheldever station, roughly 4.4 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Barton Castle (2.7 miles east).
Common questions in Brown Candover
Do you cover Brown Candover?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Brown Candover is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brown Candover?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that doesn’t resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
When to book a survey in Brown Candover
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damaged gutters and fascias
For landlords with property near Micheldever station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What happens after the report arrives