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Storm damage roof report in Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight
Storm damage roof reports across Carisbrooke, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Why it’s worth a survey now in Carisbrooke
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. Around Carisbrooke, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book with us
- A written report with photos
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Storm damage roof report in Carisbrooke
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. Typical surveys look at flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, across ridges and hips, flat roofs and flashings.
Houses in smaller places like Carisbrooke can stand more in the open, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. Let us know when it happens when you contact us. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Carisbrooke (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Carisbrooke
Carisbrooke lies within about 4 miles of the sea. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Carisbrooke Castle, about 0.3 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Carisbrooke. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
For an older house near a landmark such as St. Mary's Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. For hotels and guest houses around Carisbrooke, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Carisbrooke is about 1 mile south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We cover Carisbrooke and the rest of the Isle of Wight. Carisbrooke is one of the towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO30 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Down Lane, Purdy Road and Castle Lane, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Clatterford (1 mile south), Gunville (1 mile north), Plaish (1 mile south-west), Bowcombe (1 mile south-west) and Gatcombe (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Ryde (7 miles east), Cowes (5 miles north), Sandown (7 miles east), Shanklin (7 miles south-east), Ventnor (8 miles south-east) and East Cowes (5 miles north). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so please mention your location when you ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Landmarks near Carisbrooke
Typical jobs here are in homes near Christ The King College, Seaclose Park and Island Innovation VI Form Campus and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Isle of Wight Music Museum (1.1 miles north-east) and Carisbrooke Castle (within half a mile south-east). The countryside around Carisbrooke includes Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brighstone Down.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Carisbrooke
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Nearby places to Carisbrooke
What else we do in Carisbrooke
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. We look at whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Common roof problems in Carisbrooke
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
Problems we come across often include:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Broken or displaced guttering
Homes near green spaces such as Seaclose Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before booking anyone
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is VAT included in the price?
Honest limits
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- The outcome of a claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a smaller place like Carisbrooke, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there is access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Carisbrooke
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Carisbrooke?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is the coastal weather around Carisbrooke hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are 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.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from the ground or from windows. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.