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Storm damage roof report in Hammer Bottom, Surrey
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Hammer Bottom. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- New damp or leaks inside
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Hammer Bottom?
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Roofs hit by falling trees
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Peter, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What insurance they carry
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
How a storm damage roof report works in Hammer Bottom
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. Common reasons to book are broken or displaced guttering and damaged pots on the stack, across ridges and hips, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks.
Being in a small place like Hammer Bottom makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Hammer Bottom (GU27, GU30)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Hammer Bottom
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
For landlords with property near Haslemere station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you look after a building like Woolmer Hill School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Hammer Bottom is about 9 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Hammer Bottom, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: GU27 and GU30. Whether your property is on Hammer Vale, Sandy Lane and Hewshott Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you are just outside Hammer Bottom, we cover Hammer (1 mile east), Woolmer Hill (1 mile south-east), Bramshott Chase (1 mile north), Linchmere (1 mile south) and Shottermill (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (14 miles north-east), Farnham (9 miles north), Cranleigh (13 miles east), Ash (11 miles north), Godalming (9 miles north-east) and Farncombe (10 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Hammer Bottom
In Hammer Bottom, that means homes and buildings near The Prince of Wales pub and Camelsdale Primary School. Hammer Bottom’s nearest station is Haslemere station, roughly 1.9 miles east. A little further out are Haslemere and District Hospital (2.4 miles east). The countryside around Hammer Bottom includes Wheeler's Down and Lynchmere Commons.
Common questions in Hammer Bottom
Is my home in Hammer Bottom listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Hammer Bottom within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is not usually covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Hammer Bottom
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Getting in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Useful tips for Hammer Bottom property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Why act early in Hammer Bottom
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it is safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. Outbuildings and barns around Hammer Bottom are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
- Package prices that include VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Hammer Bottom, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.