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Storm damage roof report in Cosham, Portsmouth
Storm damage roof reports across Cosham, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Flat roof edges peeled back
How a storm damage roof report works in Cosham
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. Typical surveys look at cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and ridge tiles that have come loose, on slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and gutters and fascias.
In older homes around places like Cosham, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are frequently the first clue.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Cosham (PO6, PO3, PO2)
- Wider area
- Portsmouth
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Nearby places to Cosham
Other services in Cosham
What affects the price in Cosham
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
- What’s prompted the survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
Storm damage roof reports around Cosham
Cosham is within about 1 mile of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Historic houses like Warblington Castle, about 4.4 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Cosham goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you live near a park like Alexandra Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Take a building like Court Lane Junior Academy: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you run a business near Tricorn Centre, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Cosham is about 2 miles south-west of Purbrook, in Portsmouth. We survey roofs in Cosham and the rest of Portsmouth, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Portsmouth, large and small.
We cover every part of PO6, PO3 and PO2 for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Dean Road, Park Lane and Elgin Road or a nearby road, we can help. With the A397 close by, Cosham is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Cosham include Wymering (1 mile north-west), Hilsea (1 mile south), Drayton (1 mile east), Widley (1 mile north-east) and Paulsgrove (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Southsea (4 miles south), Milton (3 miles south), Landport (3 miles south), Portsea (3 miles south-west), Portsmouth Point (4 miles south-west) and Fratton (3 miles south).
Near you in Cosham
In Cosham, that means homes and buildings near The First Post pub, Alexandra Park and Springfield School. There is a railway station in Cosham itself: Cosham station. Nearby you will also find Tricorn Centre (2.9 miles south) and World War I Remembrance Centre (1 mile south-east). The countryside around Cosham includes Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey typically takes an hour or two at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. A visit to Cosham is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Cosham, so it helps to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Cosham
- 20+ years’ experience
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photos and a written report every time
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Cosham: your questions answered
Is Cosham within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cosham?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
Once we have been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.