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Storm Damage Roof Report in Chilworth Old Village
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Chilworth Old Village, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Storm damage roof report in Chilworth Old Village: what you get
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. 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. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you’re worried about roofs hit by falling trees and slates and tiles blown off the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like Chilworth Old Village frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Chilworth Old Village (SO16)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Chilworth Old Village
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photos.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
With South Stoneham House about 2.8 miles south-east, the area around Chilworth Old Village has a long history. Older roofs around here can leak at old repairs as readily as at original details.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their report turnaround times
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What happens after the report arrives
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Questions from Chilworth Old Village
How do I find out if my home in Chilworth Old Village is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Chilworth Old Village?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Chilworth Old Village?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level, and we will record the rest.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Storm damage roof reports in Chilworth Old Village: local notes
Chilworth Old Village lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Denys, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Take a building like North Baddesley Junior School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Chilworth Old Village is about 2 miles south-west of Chandler's Ford, in Southampton. Roofs in Chilworth Old Village get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Southampton. Chilworth Old Village is one of the towns and villages in Southampton we cover for storm damage roof reports.
Storm damage roof reports in SO16 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover Chilworth (1 mile south-east), North Baddesley (1 mile north-west), Knightwood (2 miles north-east), Lordswood (2 miles south) and Bassett (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (4 miles south), Shirley (3 miles south), Regents Park (3 miles south), Townhill Park (4 miles south-east), Midanbury (4 miles south-east) and Thornhill (5 miles south-east).
What’s near Chilworth Old Village
Around Chilworth Old Village, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Cantell School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Chandlers Ford station, roughly 2 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Eastleigh Museum (2.9 miles east) and Princess Anne Hospital (2.3 miles south). For a walk, there is Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Chilworth Old Village, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- 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 photographs.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaving storm damage can let water into the loft space and rooms below. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. In a place like Chilworth Old Village, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.