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Storm damage roof report in East Wellow, Hampshire

We take a careful look at the roof at your property in East Wellow, with photographs and a written report.

  • Damage from fallen branches or debris
  • Loose or torn flashings
  • Damaged ridges and hips

Storm damage roof reports in East Wellow

Questions from East Wellow

Is East Wellow in the area you cover?

Yes, East Wellow is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.

Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Wellow?

We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.

Do you climb onto every roof?

Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone.

How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in East Wellow?

It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.

Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?

It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.

Can I challenge a declined storm claim?

Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.

Can you survey at the weekend?

Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.

How a storm damage roof report works in East Wellow

Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. If you are worried about gaps where slates or tiles have gone and stains appearing after strong winds, we can find out what’s behind it, on ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and flat roofs alike.

Being in a small place like East Wellow makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.

The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.

Illustration of loose slates flying off a roof in strong wind
Where
East Wellow (SO51)
Wider area
Hampshire
Cost
From £150 inc. VAT
Reports
Emailed report with photos and recommendations
Appointments
Monday to Sunday, daytime
Cover
Professional indemnity and public liability
Telephone
07833 053749
Last updated
27 October 2026

When to book a survey in East Wellow

Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. We cannot say whether the decision will change.

These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:

  • Broken or displaced guttering
  • Damaged pots on the stack
  • Flat roof edges peeled back
  • Loose or torn flashings

If you own a rental within reach of Romsey station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.

Before you book any roof surveyor

  • Whether the price includes VAT
  • What follow-up you get after the report
  • Their insurance cover
  • Their report turnaround times

What’s in a roof survey

DIY checks: what’s safe

It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.

Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.

How it works

Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older rural homes like those around East Wellow can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.

  1. We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
  2. We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
  3. Each area of damage is photographed and described.
  4. The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
  5. You get a written report to pass to your insurer.

How to prepare

  • Check the loft hatch can be reached
  • Let us know about parking near the property
  • If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent

Getting a price

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 with the address and the days you’d prefer.

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Why act early in East Wellow

The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. For older village homes like those around East Wellow, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.

All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.

What you get with us

  • Visits on any day of the week
  • A photo-illustrated written report
  • CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
  • PI and public liability insurance

Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.

What we look for on each type of roof

Ridge and hip tiles

A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. Each one is recorded with photos.

Clay and concrete tiles

A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.

What affects the price in East Wellow

We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:

  • Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
  • The roof’s overall size
  • The use of thermal imaging or a drone
  • Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey

Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.

What to tell us when you get in touch

We will normally ask about:

  • When you need the report by
  • The kind of building and roof involved
  • The property’s address and postcode
  • Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window

Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.

Wind, rain and roofs in East Wellow

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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Historic houses such as Landford Manor, about 2.8 miles west, show how far back building in the area around East Wellow goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.

If you look after a building like Wellow School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Margaret, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.

East Wellow is about 4 miles south-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in East Wellow and the rest of Hampshire. East Wellow is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. There’s also a page for Southampton.

Storm damage roof reports in SO51 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Fielders Way, Crosfield Close and The Drive and the roads around them. We also cover the places around East Wellow: Blackhill (1 mile south-west), West Wellow (1 mile north-west), Canada (1 mile west), Wigley (2 miles south-east) and Ower (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Winchester (13 miles north-east), Eastleigh (10 miles east), Totton (4 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles east), Hedge End (12 miles east) and Lymington (15 miles south).

Local landmarks in East Wellow

Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Embley and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Romsey station, roughly 3.6 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Tatchbury Mount Hospital (3 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Copythorne Common.

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