Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Hamstead Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Hamstead, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Useful tips for Hamstead property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
How a storm damage roof report works in Hamstead
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a written report with photographs to give to your insurer. Typical surveys look at loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and slates and tiles blown off the roof, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and gutters and fascias.
Being in a small place like Hamstead makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Hamstead (PO41)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Hamstead
How do I find out if my home in Hamstead is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Hamstead, take more of a battering?
It can do. Hamstead is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Does this replace a RICS home 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.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect what can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What we’re asked to look at in Hamstead
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged pots on the stack
If you own a rental within reach of Lymington Pier station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Before booking anyone
- Will the report include photos?
- What insurance they carry
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Storm damage roof reports in Hamstead: local notes
Hamstead is within about 1 mile of the coast. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. About 3.3 miles south-east lies Swainston Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Hamstead has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Hamstead is about 6 miles south-east of Lymington, in the Isle of Wight. Hamstead is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: PO41. If you are just outside Hamstead, we cover Cranmore (1 mile south-west), Shalfleet (1 mile south-east), Bouldnor (2 miles south-west), Yarmouth (3 miles west) and Thorns Beach (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Newport (6 miles east), Ryde (12 miles east), Cowes (6 miles north-east), Sandown (13 miles east), Shanklin (13 miles south-east) and Ventnor (13 miles south-east). If you’re somewhere remote, the survey takes a little more planning, so mention it when you book.
Near you in Hamstead
Hamstead’s nearest station is Lymington Pier station, about 4.9 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Yarmouth Castle (2.9 miles west) and St Mary's Hospital (5.9 miles east). Open spaces near Hamstead include Compton Down and Boldre Foreshore.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a village or hamlet like Hamstead, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hamstead
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
What else we do in Hamstead
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: 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.