Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Cranmore Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Cranmore. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
How a storm damage roof report works in Cranmore
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. It sets out what is damaged, with photographs, and what we think the likely cause is. 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 can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Common reasons to book are loose or torn flashings and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, on slate and tile slopes, ridges and hips and flashings.
For a small place like Cranmore, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Cranmore (PO41)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Also in Cranmore
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Cranmore?
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photos.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Historic houses such as Swainston Manor, about 3.4 miles south-east, show how far back building around Cranmore goes. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
Cranmore questions
Is Cranmore within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cranmore?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you look in the roof space?
Typically, if there is 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 this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we’ll record the rest.
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Acting for you with the insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
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 check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
Storm damage roof reports around Cranmore
Cranmore lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Thatch survives on some older Isle of Wight buildings, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Take a building like Shalfleet Church of England Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you own a rental within reach of Lymington Pier station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Cranmore is about 6 miles south-east of Lymington, in the Isle of Wight. Anywhere in Cranmore, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Cranmore. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: PO41. We cover properties on Solent Road, East Close and Cranmore Avenue and the roads around them. Other places close to Cranmore include Hamstead (1 mile north-east), Shalfleet (1 mile south-east), Bouldnor (1 mile west), Yarmouth (2 miles west) and Thorns Beach (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Newport (6 miles east), Ryde (12 miles east), Cowes (7 miles north-east), Sandown (13 miles east), Shanklin (13 miles south-east) and Ventnor (13 miles south-east). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Around Cranmore
Cranmore’s nearest station is Lymington Pier station, about 4.9 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Calbourne Water Mill And Rural Museum (2.6 miles south-east) and Yarmouth Castle (2.4 miles west). Not far away are Boldre Foreshore and Compton Down.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Cranmore, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.