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Clatterford Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Clatterford.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof report in Clatterford
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. We survey ridges and hips, flat roofs and flashings, and people most often book us about gutters pulled loose in the wind and water coming in after the storm.
For a small place like Clatterford, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Location
- Clatterford (PO30)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Why it is worth a survey now in Clatterford
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. Outbuildings and barns around Clatterford are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Clatterford
- An independent view of the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
- Prices that include VAT
- A written report with photos
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
FAQs for Clatterford
How do I find out if my home in Clatterford is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Clatterford?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That is not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You will then get the report by email.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We record what we can see of the fixings.
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- The outcome of a claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- A price for the repairs
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a hamlet or village like Clatterford, a postcode doesn’t 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.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the roof space where it is safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Check we can get to the back of the property
How to book
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What a storm damage roof report looks like in Clatterford
Clatterford lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, frequently gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Carisbrooke Castle, about 0.3 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Clatterford. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St. Nicholas in Castro, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you look after a building such as St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Clatterford, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Clatterford is about 1 mile south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Clatterford is one of many places we visit across the Isle of Wight, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Clatterford and the places around it. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
All of PO30 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Down Lane, Castle Lane and High Street. Other places close to Clatterford include Carisbrooke (1 mile north), Plaish (1 mile south-west), Gunville (1 mile north), Bowcombe (1 mile south-west) and Gatcombe (2 miles south). Within a short drive, 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 let us know where you are when you book.
Landmarks near Clatterford
We work in homes and buildings around The Waverley pub, Island Innovation VI Form Campus and Christ The King College. Other landmarks nearby include Whitecroft Hospital (1.3 miles south-east) and Carisbrooke Castle (less than half a mile east). For a walk, there’s Brighstone Down and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
What affects the price in Clatterford
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The size of the roof
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.