Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Chithurst, Hampshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Chithurst, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Broken or displaced guttering
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Chithurst?
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Broken or displaced guttering
Landlords with a home close to Liphook station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Questions to ask before you book
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What experience they bring
Storm damage roof report in Chithurst: what you get
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. We survey ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and flashings, and people most frequently book us about flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and ridge tiles that have come loose.
Roofs in small places like Chithurst often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Chithurst (GU31)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Chithurst
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. About 3.1 miles east lies Cowdray House, a reminder of how long the area around Chithurst has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Chithurst Church, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Stedham Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Chithurst is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Chithurst is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Chithurst is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We work across GU31 for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Chithurst: Trotton Marsh (1 mile north-west), Borden (1 mile north-west), Rogate (2 miles west), Milland (2 miles north) and Rake (4 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Havant (13 miles south-west), Horndean (11 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north-west), Waterlooville (13 miles south-west), Petersfield (6 miles west) and Purbrook (14 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Chithurst
In Chithurst, that means homes and buildings near The Keeper's Arms Public House. Chithurst’s nearest station is Liphook station, roughly 4.9 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Museum (2.9 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (2.9 miles east). Not far away are Wheeler's Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Height and safe access
- Roof area
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- A price for the repairs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
Common questions in Chithurst
Is Chithurst within the area you cover?
Yes, Chithurst is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Chithurst is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We’re not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We provide an independent record of the roof, which you can pass to your insurer.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
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How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. As for time on site, it typically takes between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Chithurst, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- 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.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Chithurst, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. For older village homes like those around Chithurst, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Chithurst
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 98% customer satisfaction
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Every finding written up with photos
See our cost guide or our case studies.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.