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Storm damage roof report in Crofton, Hampshire
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Crofton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
About our storm damage roof report in Crofton
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We’re often asked to look into cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and damaged ridges and hips, on flashings, flat roofs and ridges and hips.
In a village or hamlet like Crofton, 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 are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Crofton (PO14, PO13)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a village or hamlet like Crofton, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Which survey package you book
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Building height and the viewpoints available
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’d like to know.
What we need to know
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Crofton
Crofton is within about 2 miles of the coast, so there’s 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, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you run a business near Fareham Shopping Centre, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running. If you let a flat or house near Fareham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take a building like Crofton School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Crofton is about 1 mile east of Stubbington, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Crofton and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Hampshire, we cover Crofton.
Storm damage roof reports in PO14 and PO13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Mark's Road, Gosport Road and Newgate Lane. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Peel Common (1 mile east), Rowner (1 mile east), Bridgemary (1 mile east), Lee-on-the-Solent (1 mile south) and Fareham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles north-west) and Hedge End (8 miles north-west).
Near you in Crofton
Around Crofton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Baycroft School and Peel Common Infant School and Nursery Unit, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Fareham station, roughly 2.1 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Gosport War Memorial Hospital (3 miles south-east) and Carron Row Farm Museum (3 miles north-west). The countryside around Crofton includes Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
Crofton questions
Is the coastal weather around Crofton hard on roofs?
Frequently, yes. Crofton is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Crofton?
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.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Why it is worth a survey now in Crofton
Leaving storm damage can let water into the loft space and rooms below. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. In a place like Crofton, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Crofton
- An independent look at the roof
- A written report with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
Useful tips for Crofton property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.