Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Fair Oak, Hampshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Fair Oak, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Water coming in after the storm
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
About our storm damage roof report in Fair Oak
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you’ve noticed damaged gutters and fascias and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, we can find out what’s behind it.
In older homes around places like Fair Oak, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are frequently the first clues.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Fair Oak (SO50)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Fair Oak
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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. South Stoneham House, about 3.9 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Fair Oak. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Saint Thomas: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. If you let a flat or house near Hedge End station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. If you look after a building like Fair Oak Junior School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Fair Oak is about 2 miles east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Fair Oak is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small.
Surveys in SO50 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Dean Road, Witt Road and Sandy Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Fair Oak: Horton Heath (1 mile south), Wintershill (2 miles east), Durley (2 miles south-east), Lower Upham (2 miles east) and Durley Street (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Winchester (7 miles north), Gosport (13 miles south-east), Havant (15 miles south-east), Fareham (9 miles south-east), Horndean (13 miles east) and Totton (10 miles west).
Near you in Fair Oak
Around Fair Oak, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Old George Public House, Wyvern Technology College and Wyvern Technology College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Hedge End station, roughly 2.2 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Moorgreen Hospital (2.7 miles south-west) and Eastleigh Museum (2.5 miles west). For a walk, there is Bishops Waltham Branch LNR.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. We record what we find.
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
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. Do not go up yourself.
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. With lower homes, common in places like Fair Oak, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Fair Oak
- Prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Fair Oak questions
Will you come out to Fair Oak?
Yes. Fair Oak is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you cover Fair Oak?
Yes, Fair Oak is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is not normally covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Towns and villages near Fair Oak
What else we do in Fair Oak
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. A visit to a smaller place like Fair Oak is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.