Hampshire · London and the South East
Dumpford Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Dumpford from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Why it is worth a survey now in Dumpford
It helps to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Older cottages and farmhouses around Dumpford can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Every price we give includes 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 book us in Dumpford
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Storm damage roof report in Dumpford: what you get
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We survey chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flashings, and people most often book us about holes or cracks caused by debris and damaged gutters and fascias.
Many homes in small places like Dumpford face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Place
- Dumpford (GU31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Storm damage roof reports around Dumpford
With Cowdray House about 3.8 miles east, Dumpford sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For an older house near a landmark such as St George's Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Landlords with a home close to Liss station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Dumpford is about 5 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Dumpford. Dumpford is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: GU31. That includes homes and businesses on Terwick Lane, Mill Lane and Trotton Road. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Trotton (1 mile north-east), Elsted Marsh (1 mile south), Ingrams Green (1 mile south-east), Elsted (2 miles south-west) and Nyewood (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (11 miles south-west), Horndean (10 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north-west), Waterlooville (12 miles south-west), Petersfield (5 miles west) and Purbrook (13 miles south-west).
Around Dumpford
We work in homes and buildings around The Keeper's Arms Public House and the streets around them. Dumpford’s nearest station is Liss station, about 4.9 miles north-west. A little further out are Midhurst Museum (3.5 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.6 miles east). The countryside around Dumpford includes Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
FAQs for Dumpford
How do I find out if my home in Dumpford is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Dumpford?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The report follows by email.
How do I book a survey in Dumpford?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
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.
Towns and villages near Dumpford
What else we do in Dumpford
The survey, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere as small as Dumpford, access is often the only tricky part. 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.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Dumpford
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Roof area
- House, block, shop or office
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.