Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Curdridge
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Curdridge and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Water coming in after the storm
- Flat roof edges peeled back
How a storm damage roof report works in Curdridge
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We are often asked to look into slates and tiles blown off the roof and holes or cracks caused by debris, on slate and tile slopes, ridges and hips and gutters and fascias.
Somewhere as small as Curdridge, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old 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.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Curdridge (SO32, SO30)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Curdridge roofs and the weather
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 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, so the council is the place to ask.
The streets around a church like Church of St Peter are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Anyone responsible for a site like Curdridge Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Curdridge is about 3 miles east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Curdridge gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Our Hampshire coverage includes Curdridge. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Surveys in SO32 and SO30 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Chapel Lane, Lockhams Road and Botley Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Curdridge include Curbridge (1 mile south), Botley (2 miles west), Durley (2 miles north-west), Boorley Green (2 miles west) and Waltham Chase (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (10 miles north), Gosport (9 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (6 miles north-west), Fareham (5 miles south) and Horndean (10 miles east).
Around Curdridge
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cricketers Inn and the streets around them. Curdridge’s nearest station is Botley station, about 0.9 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bishop's Waltham Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Knowle Hospital (3.3 miles south-east). Not far away are Bishops Waltham Branch LNR.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Curdridge frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- 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.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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When to book a survey in Curdridge
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged ridges and hips
Landlords with a home close to Botley station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Are they insured for the work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
Why get it checked now?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. Those photos show the damage as it was. Outbuildings and barns around Curdridge are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Curdridge
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- A written report with photos
- Weekday and weekend surveys
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Curdridge: your questions answered
Will you come out to Curdridge?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you cover Curdridge?
Yes, Curdridge is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Complain to your insurer first. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Do you look in the loft space?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email.
Can I check my roof myself?
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Curdridge
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Curdridge and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.