Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Golden Pot
Independent storm damage roof reports in Golden Pot. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
About our storm damage roof report in Golden Pot
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. If you’re worried about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and slates and tiles blown off the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on gutters and fascias, flashings and chimney stacks alike.
In a village or hamlet like Golden Pot, 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’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Golden Pot (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Check your policy for how to report damage
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Golden Pot, access is normally the main thing to plan. 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.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Golden Pot roofs and the weather
About 3.5 miles south-west lies Hall Place, a reminder of how long the area around Golden Pot has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Golden Pot is about 2 miles north of Alton, in Hampshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Golden Pot and the surrounding area. Our Hampshire coverage includes Golden Pot. There’s also a page for Reading.
We cover every part of the GU34 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Holybourne (2 miles south-east), Alton (2 miles south), Neatham (2 miles south-east), Upper Froyle (3 miles east) and Froyle (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Basingstoke (8 miles north-west), Farnborough (12 miles north-east), Fleet (9 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles north-east), Petersfield (13 miles south) and Yateley (13 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Golden Pot
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Golden Pot pub. The closest station to Golden Pot is Alton station, about 2.3 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Gliding Heritage Centre (1.6 miles west) and Alton Community Hospital (3 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Holybourne Hill.
FAQs for Golden Pot
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Golden Pot?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Golden Pot?
Yes, Golden Pot is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Golden Pot as anywhere else.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report does not include repair costs.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
What we are asked to look at in Golden Pot
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
If you own a rental within reach of Alton station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
What to check before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
Surveys for landlords and agents in Golden Pot
Landlords, agents and building managers in Golden Pot and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.