Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Criddlestyle
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Criddlestyle, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Criddlestyle
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We survey slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and gutters and fascias, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and water coming in after the storm.
In a village or hamlet like Criddlestyle, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
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
- Criddlestyle (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Criddlestyle
Will you come out to Criddlestyle?
Yes, Criddlestyle is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Criddlestyle is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
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, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Criddlestyle
Letting agents and landlords in Criddlestyle book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Storm damage roof reports around Criddlestyle
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Historic houses such as Breamore House, about 3 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Criddlestyle goes. 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 St Giles, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Take a building like The Burgate School and Sixth Form: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Criddlestyle is in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Criddlestyle can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Hampshire coverage includes Criddlestyle and the places around it. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Every address in SP6 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Criddlestyle include Sandy Balls (1 mile north-east), Stuckton (1 mile south), Horseport (1 mile west), Blissford (1 mile south-east) and Godshill (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (15 miles south-east), Romsey (13 miles east), New Milton (13 miles south), Ringwood (6 miles south) and Barton on Sea (14 miles south).
Local landmarks in Criddlestyle
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The George Inn and Fordingbridge Infant School. Well-known places in the area include Godshill Castle Hill (1.2 miles north) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (0.8 miles west). Not far away are Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
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.
Also in Criddlestyle
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- A price for the repairs
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Criddlestyle, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- 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 the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Why it is worth a survey now in Criddlestyle
Damage left open lets in more rain. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. For older village homes like those around Criddlestyle, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why book us in Criddlestyle
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.